The value of ‘a’ for which the sum of the squares of the roots of the equation x 2 – (a –…
Mathematics · JEE Advanced · NTA Exams — Complex 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
- \(a = 0\)
- \(a = 1\)
- \(a = 2\)
- \(a = -1\)
Answer
(B) a = 1
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