SAT Math Practice Question #6497 - SATify | SATify
#6497
algebra
quadratic equations
inequalities
roots
real numbers
medium
75 sec
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−x2+bx−676=0
In the given equation, b is a positive integer. The equation has no real solution. What is the greatest possible value of b ?
• Up to 5 characters (6 if negative). Only numbers, decimal (.), fraction (/), negative (-). • Fractions must be in lowest terms. • Mixed numbers must be converted to improper fractions.