Question

If $3p^2=5p+2$ and $3q^2=5q+2$, where $p\ne q$, then $pq$ is equal to

• A. $\frac{2}{3}$
• B. $-\frac{2}{3}$
• C. $\frac{3}{2}$
• D. $-\frac{3}{2}$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $-\frac{2}{3}$

let$f\left(x\right)$ -$3x^2-5x-2$ (roots $p$ & $q$)

$pq=-2/3$