The value of ‘a’ for which the sum of the squares of the roots of the equation x 2 – (a –…

Mathematics · JEE Advanced · NTA ExamsComplex Numbers and Quadratic Equations

The value of ‘a’ for which the sum of the squares of the roots of the equation x2 – (a – 2) x – a – 1 = 0 assume the least value is
  1. \(a = 0\)
  2. \(a = 1\)
  3. \(a = 2\)
  4. \(a = -1\)

Answer

(B) a = 1

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