Question: What is the sum of the roots of the quadratic equation x^2 + 6x + 9 = 0?

Options:

1. -6
2. 6
3. 9
4. 0

Correct Answer: -6

Solution:

Step 1: Use the formula -b/a. Here, b = 6 and a = 1. Step 2: The sum of the roots is -6/1 = -6.