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SSAT Upper Level
Quantitative (Math)

Root Relationship in Quadratic Equations

Very Hard Algebra Quadratic Equations

Consider the quadratic equation given by:

$$x^2 - 4ax + 4b = 0$$

where $a$ and $b$ are constants. If one root of this equation is twice the other root, find the value of $b$ in terms of $a$.

Which of the following options represents the correct relationship between $b$ and $a$?

Hint

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