The correct option is(B): 58.
ax2 – 2bx + 15 = 0 has repeated root so b2 = 15a
and
\(α=\frac{15}{b}\)
∵α is a root of x2 – 2bx + 21 = 0
So
\(\frac{225}{b^2}=9⇒b^2=25\)
Now α2 + β2 = (α + β)2 – 2αβ = 4b2 – 42 = 100 – 42
= 58
A Root refers to the vascular part of any plant which is pinpointed or discovered at the lowest level and is entirely responsible for connecting the plant with the soil. It absorbs water (H20), minerals, nutrients, etc., and further feeds the plant for its development. Roots are also responsible for acting as the repository for food and nutrients of the plant.
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