SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 5

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 12/09/2019 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q5

If  , then the value of  is ?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 ie 423.

We know, x + (1/x) = a, then [x³ + (1/x³) = a³ - 3a]

  = k

multiplying by 4 

= (12 × 144) / 4 = 423