Question 56

If $$x_1$$ and $$x_2$$ are the roots of the equation $$x^{2} - 4x - c = 0$$ and $$5x_1 - x_2 = 38$$, which of the following statements is true?

$$x_1 + x_2 = 4$$ and $$5x_1 - x_2 = 38$$. So, $$x_1 = 7$$ and $$x_2 =-3$$. Hence, c = 21

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