Multiple choice

Sum of roots of the equation ${ 2x }^{ 2 }+4x+3=0$ is

  1. 3/2

  2. -2

  3. -3/2

  4. 2
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Explanation

For a quadratic equation ax^2 + bx + c = 0, the sum of roots is -b/a. Here, a=2, b=4, c=3. Sum = -4/2 = -2.

AI explanation

Using the sum of roots formula, which is -b divided by a, we substitute the coefficients from the equation 2x^2 + 4x + 3 = 0. The sum is -4 divided by 2, which equals -2.

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