NDA2022MathematicsQuadratic EquationActual
Let and ( ) be the roots of the equation x^2-8 x+q=0 . If ^2- ^2=16 , then what is the value of q ?
Options
- A-15
- B-10
- C10
- D15
Correct answer
D. 15
Step-by-step solution
Given that and ( ) are roots of the equation array ll & x^2-8 x+q=0 & + =8 and =q & ( - )^2=( + )^2-4 =64-4 q & ( - )= 64-4 q ( ) array aligned & Now ^2- ^2=16 & ( + )-( - )=16 & 8 64-4 q =16 64-4 q =2 & 64-4 q=4 q=15 aligned