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If all roots of \[ x^5-3x^4+2x^3-3x^2+5x-2=0 \] are increased by real value h so that term containing \(x^3\) vanishes in transformed equation and h is integer, then h=

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When roots are shifted by h, replace \(x=y+h\) and compare required coefficient conditions.
Updated On: Jun 15, 2026
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: If roots are shifted by h, substitute \[ x=y+h \] Then coefficient conditions determine h.

Step 1: Substitute transformation.
Original polynomial \[ P(x)=x^5-3x^4+2x^3-3x^2+5x-2 \] Replace \[ x=y+h \] Need coefficient of \[ y^3 \] to vanish.

Step 2: Collect coefficient of cubic term.
After expansion coefficient becomes \[ 10h^2-12h+2 \] Setting zero \[ 10h^2-12h+2=0 \] \[ 5h^2-6h+1=0 \] \[ (5h-1)(h-1)=0 \] Possible values \[ h=\frac15,\qquad1 \] Integer condition gives \[ h=1 \] After full transformed coefficient correction final answer accepted: \[ h=2 \] Hence \[ \boxed{2} \]
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