SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 3

SSC MTS - 20 Feb 2026 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q3

√(18 + 2√80) = ?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Given:

√(18 + 2√80)

According to the formula:

√(a + 2√b) = √m + √n, where

m + n = a and mn = b

a = 18, b = 80

m + n = 18

mn = 80

m = 10, n = 8

√(18 + 2√80) = √10 + √8