Question

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Answer 1

If a and B are the zoros of the quadratic polynomial p(x)=4x^2 - 5x-1, find value of a^2B + aB^2 .

Solution

SINCE a and B are the roots of the polynomial: 4x^2-5x-1

Sum of the roots a+B =5/4

Product of the roots aB=-1/4

HENCE

a^2B+aB^2=aB(a+B)=5/4(-1/4)=-5/16

Concept:Relationship Between Zeroes and coefficients of a Polynomial