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Find the value of k for which the equation 3x2+2x+k=0 has distinct and real root.
Given, 3x2 + 2x + k = 0
It’s of the form of ax2 + bx + c = 0
Where, a =3, b = 2, c = k
For the given quadratic equation to have real roots
D = b2 – 4ac ≥ 0
D = (2) 2 – 4(3)(k) ≥ 0
⇒ 4 – 12k ≥ 0
⇒ 4 ≥ 12k
⇒ k ≤ 1/3
The value of k should not exceed 1/3 to have real roots.