For the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 to have one root equal to 1, what is the value of k?

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For the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 to have one root equal to 1, what is the value of k?
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Q: For the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 to have one root equal to 1, what is the value of k?
Solution: Substituting x = 1 into the equation gives 1^2 + 2*1 + k = 0 => 1 + 2 + k = 0 => k = -3.
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