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Find the quadratic polynomial in each case, with the given numbers as the sum and product of its zeroes respectively.

1/4, 1/4

Given: α + β = -1/4

αβ = 1/4


Let the quadratic polynomial be ax2 + bx + c …(1)


Where, a≠0


And zeroes of the polynomial are α and β .


Now we know that,



And,



If a = 4



b = 1 …(2)


c = 1 …(3)


From (2) and (3),


a = 4, b = 1 and c = 1


Hence, the polynomial is 4x2 + x + 1


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