SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 11

SSC MTS - 16 Feb 2026 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q11

√(20 + 2√99) = ?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Given:

√(20 + 2√99)

According to the formula:

√(a + 2√b) = √x + √y, where

x + y = a and xy = b

x + y = 20, xy = 99

x = 11, y = 9

√(20 + 2√99) = √11 + √9

= √11 + 3