SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 32

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 26th July 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q32

If √(x2 + 10x + 25) + √(x2 – 6x + 9) = 10  , find the value of x .

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

√(x² + 10x + 25) + √(x² − 6x + 9) = 10

√(x + 5)² + √(x − 3)² = 10

⇒ (x + 5) + (x − 3) = 10

⇒ 2x + 2 = 10

⇒ 2x = 8

⇒ x = 4