SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 86

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 11/09/2019 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q86

If a³ + b³ = 218 and a + b = 2, then the value of ab is ?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 ie -35

 a³ + b³ = 218  [value putting]

a + b = 2

7 - 5 = 2

a = 7, b = -5

ab = 7(-5) = -35