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If 4 is a root of the equation x2 + kx - 4 = 0; the value of k is :

  1. 3

  2. -3

  3. 2

  4. -2

Quadratic Equations

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Answer

Since, 4 is the root of the equation x2 + kx - 4 = 0.

∴ It will satisfy the equation x2 + kx - 4 = 0.

∴ 42 + 4k - 4 = 0

⇒ 16 + 4k - 4 = 0

⇒ 4k + 12 = 0

⇒ 4k = -12

⇒ k = -124\dfrac{12}{4} = -3.

Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.

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