SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 35

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 30/11/2016 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q35

If P = 99, then the value of P(P2 + 3P + 3) is?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 999999

Given: P = 99

Now,

P(P2 + 3P + 3)

= P3 + 3P2 + 3P 

= P3 + 3P2 + 3P + 1 - 1

= (P + 1)3 - 1

= (99 + 1)3 - 1

= (100)3 - 1

= 999999