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What is the sum of the roots of the cubic equation 3x^3 + 12x^2 - 5x + 1 = 0?
A4
B-4
C-5/3
D1/3
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. -4
The sum of roots of a cubic is -b/a, which is -12/3 = -4.
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