SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 56

SSC CHSL - 09 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q56

In ΔABC, P and Q are the middle points of the sides AB and AC, respectively. R is a point on the segment PQ such that PR: RQ = 1: 3. If PR = 6 cm, then BC:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e 48 cm.

PR : RQ = 1 : 3 and PR = 6 cm

PQ = 4 × 6 = 24 cm

BC = 2 × PQ = 2 × 24 = 48 cm