The difference between two numbers is 14

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Number System (1)

Question:

The difference between two numbers is 14, and their sum is 40. Find out the product of these two numbers?

Options:

280

351

960

Data Inadequate

Correct Answer:

351

Explanation:

Let the 2 numbers be: x and y

ATQ,

x + y = 40 ........(i)

x - y = 14 ........(ii)

After adding both the equations

2x = 54

x = 27

After subtracting both the equations

2y = 26

y = 13

Product = xy = 27 × 13 = 351