AP EAMCET2004MathematicsQuadratic Equation
If the roots of the equation 4 x^3-12 x^2+11 x+k=0 are in arithmetic progression, then k is equal to
Options
- A-3
- B1
- C2
- D3
Correct answer
A. -3
Step-by-step solution
Since, the roots of the equation 4 x^3-12 x^2+11 x+k=0 are in A.P is -a, , +a Sum of roots, 3 = 12 4 =3 =1 Since, is a root, therefore it satisfies the given equation 4-12+11+k=0 k=-3 .