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PS · Problem Solving
705-805
Algebra
If a > 0 and b < 0, which of the following statements are true about the values of x that solve the equation x^2 – ax + b = 0?
I. They have opposite signs.
II. Their sum is greater than zero.
III. Their product equals –b.
I. They have opposite signs.
II. Their sum is greater than zero.
III. Their product equals –b.
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II only
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III only
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I and II only
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I, II and III
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