NDA2023MathematicsQuadratic EquationActual
For how many integral values of k , the equation x^2-4 x+k=0 , where k is an integer, has real roots and both of them lie in the interval (0,5) ?
Options
- A3
- B4
- C5
- D6
Correct answer
B. 4
Step-by-step solution
x^2-4 x+K=0 For real roots, D 0 (-4)^2-4(1)(K) 016-4 K 04-K 0K 4 but Both roots lie in (0,5) . K=1,2,3,4 (integers) Number of integral values =4 .