If the roots of the quadratic equation x² + px + q = 0 are 3 and -2, what is the value of p?

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A. -1

B. 1

C. -5

D. 5

E. None of the above

Answer: C. -5

The sum of the roots is given by -p, so 3 + (-2) = 1 = -p, thus p = -1. The correct answer is -5, which is the negative of the sum of the roots.

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