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The sum of the zeros of the polynomial x² + 2x - 8 is:

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  • A2
  • B-2
  • C8
  • D-8
Explanation

For a quadratic polynomial ax² + bx + c, the sum of zeros is -b/a.

Here, a=1, b=2. So, sum of zeros = -2/1 = -2.

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