Quantitative Aptitude Ques 2128

Question: Directions: In the following questions two equations numbered I and II are given. You have to solve both the equations and give answer. [RBI (Assistant) Scale 2011]

I. $ {{(x)}^{2}}=961 $
II. $ y=\sqrt{961} $

Options:

A) If $ x>y $

B) If $ x\ge y $

C) If $ x<y $

D) If $ x\le y $

E) If $ x=y $ or the relationship cannot be established

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Answer:

Correct Answer: E

Solution:

  • I. $ x^{2}=961 $

$ \Rightarrow $ $ x=\pm \sqrt{961} $
$ \Rightarrow $ $ x=\pm 31 $ II. $ y=\sqrt{961} $

$ \Rightarrow $ $ y=\pm 31 $ Hence, $ x=y. $