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algebra intermediate
Problem
The equations and have two roots in common. Then the product of these common roots can be expressed in the form where and are positive integers, when simplified. Find
Solution
Let the roots of be , , and , and let the roots of be , , and . By Vieta's formulas, From the equation we conclude that Subtracting the equation we get so
Then Therefore, . The final answer is
Then Therefore, . The final answer is
Final answer
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