CLASS10 · Mathematics · Polynomial Zeros & Coefficients

Exercise and reference answers

Matching pairs

1. A

   Sum of zeros of ax² + bx + c

   B

   −b / a

2. A

   Product of zeros (quadratic)

   B

   c / a

3. A

   Quadratic with sum=3, prod=2

   B

   x² − 3x + 2

4. A

   Discriminant

   B

   b² − 4ac

5. A

   Real and equal roots

   B

   D = 0

6. A

   Real and distinct roots

   B

   D > 0

Instructions

Match each polynomial concept to its formula.