SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 120

SSC CPO - 11 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q120

If X + Y = 20 and XY = 120, what is the value of (X)² + (Y)²?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

X + Y = 20, XY = 120

According to the formula:

X² + Y² = (X + Y)² − 2XY

= 20² − 2×120

= 400 − 240 = 160