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if the coefficient ofx2 and the constant terms of the quadratic equation have opposite signs, then the equation has real roots. State true or false and justify.

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In quadratic equation, ax2+bx+c=0 Now, when D = b2-4ac , here if a and c have opposite sign then ac = -ve and hence -4ac= +evSo D = +ve so roots are real.

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