engineering mathematics MCQ #4293

If the roots of the equation x² - px + q = 0 are 2 and 3, then p + q = ?

engineering mathematics MCQ #4293

  1. Question 1

    Q1. If the roots of the equation x² - px + q = 0 are 2 and 3, then p + q = ?

    • A) 7
    • B) 5
    • C) 8
    • D) 11

    Answer: 11

    Explanation: Sum of roots gives p=5 and product gives q=6. Therefore p+q = 5+6 = 11.