The value of (3 + √8) + (1/(3 − √8)) − (6 + 4√2) is:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
(3 + √8) + 1/(3 − √8) − (6 + 4√2)
= (3 + 2√2) + (3 + 2√2) − (6 + 4√2)
= 6 + 4√2 − 6 − 4√2
= 0
SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 29th July 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q28
The value of (3 + √8) + (1/(3 − √8)) − (6 + 4√2) is:
Correct answer: A
Explanation
(3 + √8) + 1/(3 − √8) − (6 + 4√2)
= (3 + 2√2) + (3 + 2√2) − (6 + 4√2)
= 6 + 4√2 − 6 − 4√2
= 0