Roots in a given ratio: find the parameter or the condition
This type of question, asked 3 times: CDS 1 2017, CDS 2 2017, CDS 1 2022. All 3 questions below, oldest first.
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Question 1
CDS 1 2017
7If one root of is twice the other, then what is the value of 'a' ?Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 2
CDS 2 2017
5What is the positive value of for which the roots of the equation are in the ratio 3 : 2 ?Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 3
CDS 1 2022
38What is the condition that the roots of the equation are in the ratio ?Tap an option to check your answer.