Question

    A set of 2 equations is given below. Read the information carefully and answer the question based on it Equation (I): x² - px + q = 0 has roots 'm' and 5. Equation (II): x² - (p - 2)x + (q - 6) = 0 has roots 'm' and 3.

    Find the value of '2p + q'.

    A 15 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 31 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 23 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    p = m + 5 = 3 + 5 = 8 q = m * 5 = 3 * 5 = 15 2p + q = 2 * 8 + 15 = 31 Answer: (d)

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