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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Given:
(√32 + √162) / √18
According to the formula:
√a × √b = √(ab)
√32 = √(16×2) = 4√2
√162 = √(81×2) = 9√2
⇒ (4√2 + 9√2) / √18
= 13√2 / √18
√18 = √(9×2) = 3√2
13√2 / 3√2 = 13/3
SSC MTS - 10 Feb 2026 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q11
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Given:
(√32 + √162) / √18
According to the formula:
√a × √b = √(ab)
√32 = √(16×2) = 4√2
√162 = √(81×2) = 9√2
⇒ (4√2 + 9√2) / √18
= 13√2 / √18
√18 = √(9×2) = 3√2
13√2 / 3√2 = 13/3