What is the largest integral value of 'k' for which the quadratic equation x2 - 6x + k = 0 will have two real and distinct roots? Choose the correct choice from the following options
A) 9	B) 7	C) 3	D) 8	E) 12

Rationale: explanatory answer any quadratic equation will have real and distinct roots if the discriminant d > 0 the discriminant ' d ' of a quadratic equation ax 2 + bx + c = 0 is given by b 2 - 4 ac in this question , the value of d = 62 - 4 * 1 * k if d > 0 , then 36 > 4 k or k < 9 . therefore , the highest integral value that k can take is 8 . correct choice is ( d )
Answer: D