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If t1 and t2 be the ends of a focal chord of the parabola y2 = 4ax, then the equation t1x2 + ax + t2 = 0 has

  1. imaginary roots    
  2. both roots positive    
  3. one positive and one negative roots    
  4. both roots negative.    

The correct answer is: one positive and one negative roots


    Product of roots less than 0

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