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Question

If the sum of the roots of the equation ax² + bx + ac = 0 ( a ≠ 0) is zero, then find b.

WBBSE Class X Mathematics Quadratic Equation With One Variable 01 Mark 2024

Answer

Sum of roots = -b/a

⇒ -b/a = 0

⇒ b = 0

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