Examine the quadratic equation .

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Problem

Examine the quadratic equation x2+2(k−1)x+(k+3)=0x^{2}+2(k-1)x+(k+3)=0. (i) State the discriminant of a quadratic equation ax2+bx+c=0ax^{2}+bx+c=0 and briefly explain how its sign determines the nature of the roots. (ii) Without solving the equation, determine the nature of the roots when (a) k=2k=2 and (b) k=−5k=-5, giving reasons in each case.

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