NDA2021MathematicsQuadratic EquationActual
If the roots of the equation 4 x^2-(5 k+1) x+5 k=0 differ by unity, then which one of the following is a possible value of k ?
Options
- A-3
- B-1
- C- 1 5
- D- 3 5
Correct answer
C. - 1 5
Step-by-step solution
Let roots of 4 x^2-(5 k+1) x+5 k=0 are and . - =1( Given ), + = 5 k+1 4 , = 5 k 4 Now, ( - )^2=( + )^2-4 . aligned & 1= ( 5 k+1 4 )^2-4 5 k 4 & 25 k^2-70 k-15=0 & (k-3)(25 k+5)=0 & k=3, k=- 1 5 aligned