SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 54

SSC CGL - 17 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

If a3 + 3a2 + 3a = 7, then the value of a2 + 2a is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 3.

Given, a3 + 3a2 + 3a = 7

Put, a = 1 then

(1)3 + 3(1)2 + 3(1) = 7

So, a2 + 2a

⇒ (1)2 + 2(1) = 3