Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Quadratics

Quadratics — practice question

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Find the set of values of $k$ for which the line $y = 2x - k$ meets the curve $y = x^2 + kx - 2$ at two distinct points.

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This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Form the quadratic equation $x^2 + x(k-2) + (k-2) = 0$” …

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