Algebraeasy · Past Paper
What is the product of the roots of the equation x^2 - 5x + 6 = 0?
A5
B-5
C6
D-6
✓ Correct Answer: C — 6
The product of roots αβ is given by c/a. Here, 6/1 = 6.
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