JEE Main 2026 — Quadratic Equation Question with Solution
JEE Main 2026 (28 January Shift 1)
Question
If , where , are the roots of the equation such that , then the sum of all possible values of is
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Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
B6
Step-by-step explanation
, .
, so .
:
or .
Both values satisfy (verified). Sum .
, so .
:
or .
Both values satisfy (verified). Sum .
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