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Advanced SAT Sum of Solutions Practice Questions

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Given the equation \((4x + e)(x^2 - 64)(x^2 - 16x + 2e) = 0\), where \(e\) is a positive constant. The sum of the solutions is \(60\), the sum of the squares of the solutions is \(1152\), and the sum of the products of the solutions taken three at a time is \(-2048\). Find the value of \(e\).

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For the equation \((3x + d)(x^2 - 49)(x^2 - 14x + 2d) = 0\), where \(d\) is a positive constant. The sum of the solutions is \(49\), the sum of the squares of the solutions is \(700\), and the product of the solutions is \(-343\). Determine the value of \(d\).

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Given the equation \((x + c)(x^2 - 36)(x^2 - 12x + 2c) = 0\), where \(c\) is a positive constant. The sum of the solutions is \(42\), and the sum of the products of the solutions taken two at a time is \(396\). Find the value of \(c\).

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Consider the equation \((2x + b)(x^2 - 25)(x^2 - 10x + 2b) = 0\), where \(b\) is a positive constant. The sum of the solutions is \(35\), and the sum of the squares of the solutions is \(325\). What is the value of \(b\)?

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Given the equation \((x + a)(x^2 - 16)(x^2 - 8x + 2a) = 0\), where \(a\) is a positive constant, the sum of the solutions is \(24\). Additionally, the product of the non-zero solutions is \(32\). Find the value of \(a\).

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For the equation \((4x + z)(x^2 - 100)(x^2 - 20x + 2z) = 0\), where \(z\) is a positive constant, the sum of the solutions is \(50\). Determine the value of \(z\).

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The equation \((3x + y)(x^2 - 81)(x^2 - 18x + 2y) = 0\), where \(y\) is a positive constant, has a sum of solutions equal to \(45\). Find the value of \(y\).

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If the equation \((2x + x)(x^2 - 64)(x^2 - 16x + 2x) = 0\) has a sum of solutions equal to \(40\), where \(x\) is a positive constant, find the value of \(x\).

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In the equation \((x + w)(x^2 - 49)(x^2 - 14x + 2w) = 0\), where \(w\) is a positive constant, and the sum of the solutions is \(35\). What is the value of \(w\)?

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Given \((x + v)(x^2 - 36)(x^2 - 12x + 2v) = 0\), where \(v\) is a positive constant, and the sum of the solutions is \(30\). Calculate the value of \(v\).

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Find the value of \(u\) in the equation \((x + u)(x^2 - 25)(x^2 - 10x + 2u) = 0\), where \(u\) is a positive constant, if the sum of the solutions is \(25\).

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The equation \((4x + t)(x^2 - 16)(x^2 - 8x + 2t) = 0\) has a positive constant \(t\). The sum of the solutions is \(20\). Determine the value of \(t\).

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For the equation \((3x + s)(x^2 - 9)(x^2 - 6x + 2s) = 0\), where \(s\) is a positive constant. If the sum of the solutions to the equation is \(12\), find the value of \(s\).

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Given the equation \((x + r)(x^2 - 16)(2x^2 - 12x + 2r) = 0\), where \(r\) is a positive constant. The sum of the solutions to the equation is \(18\). What is the value of \(r\)?

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Consider the equation \((2x + q)(3x^2 - 27)(x^2 - 4x + q) = 0\), where \(q\) is a positive constant. If the sum of the solutions to this equation is \(12\), what is the value of \(q\)?

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About This Quiz

Concept: Sum of Solutions and Polynomial Equations

The questions in this quiz focus on the sum of solutions for polynomial equations, specifically those involving multiple factors. The key concepts include:

  • Sum of Roots: For a polynomial equation [latex](ax^n + bx^{n-1} + \\cdots + k = 0\\)[/latex], the sum of the roots can often be found using the coefficients. For example, in a quadratic equation [latex](ax^2 + bx + c = 0\\)[/latex], the sum of the roots is [latex](-\\frac{b}{a}\\)[/latex].
  • Product of Roots: Similarly, the product of the roots for a quadratic equation [latex](ax^2 + bx + c = 0\\)[/latex] is [latex]\\(\\frac{c}{a}\\)[/latex]. For higher-degree polynomials, similar rules apply.
  • Multiplying Factors: When dealing with factored forms like [latex]((x + a)(x^2 - b^2)(x^2 - cx + d) = 0\\)[/latex], the roots are derived from each factor separately.
  • System of Equations: To solve more complex problems, you may need to set up and solve a system of equations based on the given conditions such as the sum of solutions, sum of squares, and product of solutions.

Success Tips:

  1. Identify Each Factor: Start by identifying the individual factors in the given polynomial equation. Each factor will contribute to the overall sum of solutions.
  2. Apply Sum and Product Rules: Use the sum and product rules for the roots of polynomials to find the necessary values. For example, the sum of the roots of a quadratic latex]\\(ax^2 + bx + c = 0\\)[/latex] is [latex]\\frac{b}{a}\\)[/latex].
  3. Solve for Constants: Set up equations based on the given conditions (sum of solutions, sum of squares, etc.) and solve for the unknown constants (like [latex]\\(a, b, c, d, e\\)[/latex]). This often involves forming and solving systems of equations.
  4. Check Your Work: After finding the value of the constant, substitute it back into the original equation and verify that all conditions are satisfied.
  5. Practice with Examples: Regular practice with similar problems will help reinforce your understanding and improve your speed and accuracy.

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