wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
13
You visited us 13 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

If the equation x2 + 4x + k = 0 has real and distinct roots, then

(a) k < 4
(b) k > 4
(c) k ≥ 4
(d) k ≤ 4

Open in App
Solution

The given quadric equation is , and roots are real and distinct.

Then find the value of k.

Here,

As we know that

Putting the value of

The given equation will have real and distinct roots, if

Therefore, the value of

Thus, the correct answer is


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
1
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Nature of Roots
MATHEMATICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon