Multiple choice

Find the sum of the roots for the equation $x^{2}+4x + 12$.

  1. $4$
  2. $1$
  3. $-4$
  4. $-1$
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Explanation

Interpreting the equation as x^2 + 4x + 12 = 0, the sum of its roots is -b/a. Therefore, the sum is -4.

AI explanation

Using the formula for the sum of the roots of a quadratic equation, which is -b/a, we substitute the coefficients from x^2 + 4x + 12 = 0. This gives -4/1, resulting in a sum of -4.

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