NDA2025MathematicsQuadratic EquationActual
For the following two (02) items: Let f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c be a quadratic polynomial such that f(1) = f(4) = 2 . Further, 2 is a root of f(x) = 0 . What is (a + b + c) equal to?
Options
- A0
- B1
- C2
- DCannot be determined
Correct answer
C. 2
Step-by-step solution
Given f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c Substituting x = 1 in the given polynomial: f(1) = a(1)^2 + b(1) + c = a + b + c It is given in the problem that f(1) = 2 . Therefore, a + b + c = 2 . Answer: 2