Algebrahard · Past Paper

If the roots of ax^2 + bx + c = 0 are equal in magnitude but opposite in sign, then:

Aa = 0
Bb = 0
Cc = 0
Da = c

✓ Correct Answer: Bb = 0

Roots are α and -α. Sum = α + (-α) = 0. Since sum = -b/a, then -b/a = 0 → b = 0.

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