Algebramedium · Past Paper
Find the product of the roots of the equation (x-5)(x+2) = 10.
A-10
B-20
C0
D10
✓ Correct Answer: B — -20
Expand: x^2 - 3x - 10 = 10 => x^2 - 3x - 20 = 0. Product = c/a = -20/1 = -20.
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