Quantitative Aptitude Ques 2207

Question: Directions: In the following questions two equations numbered I and II are given. You have to solve both the equations and given answer.

I. $ x^{2}-463=321 $
II. $ y^{2}-421=308 $

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}=463+321=784 $

$ \therefore $ $ x=\sqrt{784} $

$ \therefore $ $ x=\pm 28 $ II. $ y^{2}=308+421=729 $

$ \therefore $ $ y=29=\pm 27 $ Hence, $ x=y $ or the relationship cannot be established.