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If c and k are the roots of 6 - x - x2 = 0, find c + k

If c and k are the roots of 6 - x - x2 = 0, find c + k
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  • A 2
  • B 1
  • C -1
  • D -3
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
6 - x - x2 = 0
a = -1; b = -1; c = 6
Sum of roots = c + k = -\(\frac{-b}{a}\)
= \(\frac{-(-1)}{-1}\)
= -1

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