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Published on: August 13, 2026
The number of values of
for which
is a perfect square is
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
For given situation,
and
should have both roots common or each should have equal roots. If both roots are common, then


If both the equations have equal roots, then
and 
and 
There is no common value of
.
Therefore,
is the only possible value.
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