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algebra intermediate

Problem

Let and be real numbers. If the polynomial has exactly one real root and , find the value of the product of all possible values of .
Solution
Consider the quadratic formula . Since the quadratic has exactly one root, then its discriminant must be 0. Thus, this gives us Since this expression is a perfect square, the only possible of value of is 1. Thus, the product of all possible values of is .
Final answer
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