JEE Mathematics · Medium

Quadratic Equations and Inequalities: Location of roots MCQ

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Location of rootsMediumQuestion 220010

Question

For x² + bx + c = 0 to have both roots positive, necessary conditions are:
  1. A
    b > 0, c > 0
  2. B
    b < 0, c > 0
    Correct
  3. C
    b < 0, c < 0
  4. D
    b > 0, c < 0

Correct answer

b < 0, c > 0

Explanation

Both roots positive → sum = −b > 0 → b < 0. Product = c > 0. Both conditions needed.