SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 73

SSC CGL - 13 April 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q73

In △ABC,D is a point on side BC such that ∠ ADC = ∠ BAC. If CA = 12 cm, CD = 8 cm, then CB ( in cm) = ?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 18

Δ ABC & Δ CDA   two angle ∠ ADC = ∠ BAC

and angle C is common 

so Δ ABC & Δ CDA is similar 

 now CA/CB = CD/CA

         12/CB = 8/12 

         CB = 144/8 = 18 cm