The positive value of K for which the equation x2 + kx + 64 = 0 has equal roots is :
The correct option is
A
16
x2 + kx + 64 = 0
Here a = 1, b = k and c = 64
To have equal roots
b2 – 4ac = 0
Therefore, (k)2 – 4 (1) 64 = 0
k2 – 256 = 0
k2 = 256
k = 16
k = 16 is the positive value of k.