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If one of the root of the equation x2+7x+p=0\displaystyle x^2 + 7x + p = 0 be reciprocal of the other, then the value of p\displaystyle p is_

Options

A1
B-1
C7
D-7
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Correct Answer

Option a1

All Options:

  • A1
  • B-1
  • C7
  • D-7

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Detailed Solution & Explanation

Given the quadratic equation:
x2+7x+p=0x^2 + 7x + p = 0
Let the roots of the equation be α\displaystyle \alpha and 1α\displaystyle \frac{1}{\alpha} (reciprocal of each other).
According to Vieta's formulas, the product of the roots is:
Product of roots=α1α=ca=p1\text{Product of roots} = \alpha \cdot \frac{1}{\alpha} = \frac{c}{a} = \frac{p}{1}
1=p    p=11 = p \implies p = 1
Therefore, the value of p\displaystyle p is 1\displaystyle 1, which corresponds to Option a.
**Option a**

About This Chapter: Equations

Paper

Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude

Weightage

4-6 Marks

Key Topics

Linear, Quadratic and Cubic Equations

This chapter covers Linear, Quadratic and Cubic Equations and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.

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This topic carries 4-6 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.

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