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If 8 is a root of the equation x2 - 10x + k = 0, then the value of k is:


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8

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16

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-8

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2

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Solution

The correct option is B

16


Given, 8 is a root of the equation x2 - 10x + k = 0.

(8)2 - 10(8) + k = 0

64 - 80 + k = 0

k = 16


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