If the quadratic equation ( +2)x2-3 x+4 =0, -2, has two positive roots, then the number of possible integral values of is :
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Answer
(2) 2
Solution
Let the roots be , ( -2). Conditions for both roots positive:
(i) D 0: 9 2-16 ( +2) 0 -7 2-32 0
(7 +32) 0 - 327 0
(ii) + = 3 +2>0 <-2 or >0
(iii) = 4 +2>0 <-2 or >0
Common values: - 327 <-2, i.e. -4.57 <-2
integral values: =-4, -3 (two values)
Answer: (2)