Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_1846 MCQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Subtopic: Numerical Computation

Question Statement:

If the sum of the roots of the quadratic equation $2x^2 + px - 18 = 0$ is $-3$, the value of $p$ is:

Options:

  • (A) 6
  • (B) -6
  • (C) 3
  • (D) -3

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Sum of roots = $-p/2 = -3 \implies p = 6$.
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