Algebraeasy · Past Paper

Find the value of k for which x^2 - 4x + k = 0 has equal roots.

A2
B4
C-4
D16

✓ Correct Answer: B4

For equal roots, D = b^2 - 4ac = 0. (-4)^2 - 4(1)(k) = 0 → 16 = 4k → k = 4.

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