Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Quantitative Reasoning

Topic

Algebra

Question:

If a + b = 9,

\(\frac{2}{3}\)ab = 12, then

find the value of a2 + b2+ 4.

Options:

66

49

24

 

59

Correct Answer:

49

Explanation:

a + b = 9

\(\frac{2}{3}\)ab = 12

ab = 18

Now,

⇒ (a+b)2 = (9)2

⇒ a2 + b2 + 2ab = 81

⇒ a2 + b2 = 81 - 2\(\times\) 18 = 45

⇒ a2 + b2 + 4 = 45 + 4  = 49