SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 53

SSC CHSL - 17 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

Simplyfy the given expression: (5p + 3q) (5p - 3q)

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 25p² - 9q².

(a + b)(a - b) = a² - b²

Here,

a = 5p, b = 3q

So,

(5p + 3q)(5p - 3q) = (5p)² − (3q)²

= 25p² − 9q²