Algebraeasy · Past Paper
For the equation x^2 - 5x + 6 = 0, what are the roots?
A2, 3
B-2, -3
C1, 6
D-1, -6
✓ Correct Answer: A — 2, 3
Factorizing the equation gives (x-2)(x-3)=0, so the roots are x=2 and x=3.
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