If the quadratic equation , , has two positive roots, then the number of possible integral values of is :
- (A)1
- (B)2✓ Correct
- (C)3
- (D)4
Answer: (B)
Solution
For to have two positive roots, the sum and product both require or . The discriminant condition becomes , i.e. , so . Intersecting, , that is . The integer values are and , so the number of possible integral values is .
JEE Main · 2026 · 04 Apr 2026 · Shift 2 · Single correct option