Correct Answer
✅ Option a — Imaginary and unequal
All Options:
- AImaginary and unequal
- BReal and unequal
- CReal and equal
- DImaginary and equal
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Detailed Solution & Explanation
Here, , , and .
Let us calculate the discriminant :
Substitute the coefficients:
Since the discriminant , the roots of the equation are complex numbers, which are imaginary and unequal.
This 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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