Answer :
When we compare the above quadratic equation with the generalized one we get,
ax2 + bx + c = 0
a = k
b = -5
c = k
Since the quadratic equations have real and equal roots,
b2 – 4ac = 0 for real and equal roots
⟹ (-5) 2 – (4 × k × k) = 0
⟹ 25 - 4k2 = 0
⟹ 4k2 = 25
⟹ k2 = 25/4
⟹ k= ± 5/2
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