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The difference between the roots of the quadratic equation x2−8x+p=0 is 6. Find p.

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Answer:

p=7

Explanation:

x1+x2=8

2x+6=8

2x=2

x=1

c/a=c

x1*x2=c=p

x1*x2=7

p=7

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