α and β are distinct real roots of the quadratic equation x2 + ax + b = 0. Which of the following statements is/are sufficient to find α ?
1. α + β = 0, α2 + β2 = 2
2. αβ2 = -1, a = 0
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1
1 only
2
2 only
3
Both 1 and 2
4
Neither 1 nor 2