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Determine the value of k for which the quadratic . . .

Problem : Determine the value of k for which the quadratic equation has equal roots. (k-12)x2+2(k-12)x+2=0

Doubt by Ananya

Solution : 
(k-12)x2+2(k-12)x+2=0
a = k-12
b = 2(k-12)
c= 2
Roots are equal (Given)
∴ 
D = 0

D = b2-4ac
0 = [2(k-12)]2 - 4(k-12)(2)
0 = 4(k-12)2 - 8(k-12)
0 = 4(k-12) (k-12-2)
0 = 4(k-12) (k-14)
0 = (k-12) (k-14)

k-12 = 0 OR k-14 = 0
k = 12  OR K = 14

but k 
≠ 12
∵ a ≠ 0


a = 14