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If the roots of the equation $3 x^{2}-5 x+q=0$ are equal, then what is the value of $q$ ?
MathematicsQuadratic EquationNDANDA 2011 (Phase 2)
Options:
  • A 2
  • B $5 \sqrt{1}$.
  • C $12 / 25$
  • D $25 / 12$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $25 / 12$
Givenquadratic equation is $3 x^{2}-5 x+q=0$
Since, roots of this equation are equal therefo $b^{2}-4 a c=0$
$\Rightarrow(-5)^{2}-4(3)(q)=0$
$\Rightarrow 25-12 q=0$
$\Rightarrow q=\frac{25}{12}$

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