The relationship between two variables x and y is given by x + py + q = 0 and…

GATE · 2025 · EE · General Aptitude

The relationship between two variables x and y is given by x + py + q = 0 and is shown in the figure. Find the values of p and q.

Note: The figure shown is representative.

Line graph of x + py + q = 0 passing through the y-axis at 4 and the point (3, 10).
  1. A.

    p=−12; q=2p=-\frac{1}{2};\ q=2

  2. B.

    p=2; q=−2p=2;\ q=-2

  3. C.

    p=12; q=4p=\frac{1}{2};\ q=4

  4. D.

    p=2; q=4p=2;\ q=4

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