SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CHSL - 13 April 2021 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q58

If 3u + 2v = 7 and uv = 2, then the value of (3u - 2v) is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. -1.

If 3u + 2v = 7 and uv = 2

Put u = 1 & v = 2

3 * 1 + 2 * 2 = 7  & 1 * 2 = 2 ( it satisfies the equation)

Then,

The value of (3u - 2v) = 3 * 1 - 2 * 2 = -1