Let roots be 2a and 3a. Sum = 5a = 5, so a = 1. Product = 6a² = 6. So k = 6.
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JEE Main 2026 — Mathematics Algebra
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Question
If the roots of x² - 5x + k = 0 are in the ratio 2:3, then k equals:
Options
- A
4
- B
6
- C
8
- D
10
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