If the roots of the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 are -1 and -3, what is the value of k? (2022)

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If the roots of the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 are -1 and -3, what is the value of k? (2022)
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Q: If the roots of the equation x^2 + 2x + k = 0 are -1 and -3, what is the value of k? (2022)
Solution: The sum of the roots is -1 + -3 = -4, and the product is (-1)(-3) = 3. Thus, k = 3.
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