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Published on: August 13, 2026
If 
and 
are the non-zero distinct roots of 
, then the least value of 
, is
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
We are asked:
and 
are roots of this quadratic. Find the least value of 
.
Step 1: Least value of a quadratic
For 
, leading coefficient 
minimum at
Step 2: Use the relation between roots and coefficients
Quadratic: 
has roots 
and 
Sum of roots: 
Product: 
Then 
Step 3: Compute minimum
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