If the sum of squares of roots of equation `x^(2)-(sin alpha-2)x-(1+sin alpha)=0` is the least, then `alpha` is equal to
If the sum of squares of roots of equation `x^(2)-(sin alpha-2)x-(1+sin alpha)=0` is the least, then `alpha` is equal to
A. `pi//4`
B. `pi//3`
C. `pi//2`
D. `pi//6`
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Correct Answer - C
`(c )` Let `p`, `q` are roots.
`p^(2)+q^(2)=(p+q)^(2)-2pq`
`=(sinalpha-2)^(2)+2(1+sin alpha)`
`=(sin alpha-1)^(2)=5`
For least value `sin alpha=1`
`implies alpha=pi//2`
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