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If one root is greater than 2 and the other root is less than 2 for the equation x2-k+1x+k2+k-8=0, then the value of k lies between
MathematicsQuadratic EquationJEE Main
Options:
  • A -2,2
  • B -2,4
  • C -2,0
  • D -2,3
Solution:
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The correct answer is: -2,3


Opening upward parabola, 2 lies between the roots.

f2<0

4-k+12+k2+k-8<0

k2+k-8-2k-2+4<0

k2-k-6<0

k-3k+2<0k-2,3

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