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If the sum of the zeros of the polynomial f(x) = 2x² - 3kx + 5 is 3, what is the value of k?

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  • A2
  • B6
  • C-2
  • D-6
Explanation

The sum of zeros for ax² + bx + c is -b/a. Here, -(-3k)/2 = 3k/2. Given this sum is 3, we have 3k/2 = 3, which implies 3k = 6, so k=2.

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