The equations $x^2-ax+b=0$ and $x^2+bx-a=0$ have a common root. Then:

  • A
    $a=b$
  • B
    $a+b=1$
  • C
    $a+b=0$ or $a-b=1$
  • D
    $a-b=2$

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