2013 A-level H1 Mathematics (8864) Question 1 Suggested Solutions

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Since equation has no real roots, $Discriminant < 0$

$(k-2)^{2} - 4(2k+1) < 0$

$k^{2} - 12k < 0$

$\therefore, 0 < k < 12$

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A very simple question that test student on their understanding of discriminant.

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