If the roots of equation ax2 + bx + c = 0 are equal and have opposite signs, then which one of the following statements is correct?

  1. a = 0.
  2. b = 0.
  3. c = 0.
  4. None of these.

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2 : b = 0.
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Concept:

If α and β are the two roots of the quadratic equation Ax2 + Bx + C = 0, then α + β =  and αβ = .

 

Calculation:

Let's say that α and β are the two roots of the quadratic equation ax2 + bx + c = 0, then α + β =  and αβ = .

It is given that α = -β.

∴ -β + β = 

⇒  = 0

b = 0.

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