SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 123

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q123

If a + b = 10 and ab = 9, then the value of a – b is:

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 8

According to the question

[a – b]2  = [a + b]2 - 4 ab

[a – b]2 = 100 - 4 × 9 = 100 - 36 = 64

a – b = 8