Q52 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2021 (04 Aug Shift 2) · Mathematics
If is a polynomial of degree with rational coefficients and and are three roots of then the least value of is
- Correct answerA
- B
- C
- D
Solution
Given that is a polynomial, with rational coefficients.
Also, are roots of .
Since, imaginary and surd roots always exist in pairs when the coefficients are rational, hence are also roots of
has at least roots.
Hence, the least value of '' is .
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.