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If the sum of the roots of the quadratic equation (k+1)x² - (2k-1)x + 3k = 0 is 1, then the product of the roots is:

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  • A1
  • B2
  • C3
  • D4
Explanation

Sum of roots is (2k-1)/(k+1). Given sum = 1, so (2k-1)/(k+1) = 1 => 2k-1 = k+1 => k=2. Product of roots is 3k/(k+1) = 3(2)/(2+1) = 6/3 = 2.

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