Question

One of the roots of the equation
`x^(2)`
`-5x+q`
`=0` is 2. Find the other root and the value of the coefficient q

Answer 1

Other root: x = 3

q = 6

Explanation:

Quadratic:

x² - (sum of roots) × product = 0

2 + x = 5

x = 3

q = 2 × 3 = 6