SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 36

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 26th July 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q36

If x + 1/(x + 2) = 6, then determine the value of (x + 2)³ + 1/(x + 2)³.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

x + 1/(x+2) = 6

Let y = x + 2

x = y − 2

(y − 2) + 1/y = 6

y + 1/y = 8

y³ + 1/y³ = 8³ − 3×8

= 512 − 24

= 488