SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 108

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q108

If a + 2b + 3c = 0, then what is the value of (a3 + 8b3 + 27c3 )?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 18abc.

Given that

a + 2b + 3c = 0

If x + y + z = 0, then x3 + y3 + z3 = 3xyz

Hence, 

a3 + 8b3 + 27c3 = a3 + (2b)3 + (3c)3 = 3(a)(2b)(3c) = 18abc

Hence, the value of the given expression is 18abc.