Algebramedium · Past Paper
The sum of the zeros of the polynomial x^2 - 7x + 10 is:
A7
B-7
C10
D-10
✓ Correct Answer: A — 7
For ax^2 + bx + c, sum of zeros is -b/a. Here -(-7)/1 = 7.
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