Equations And Inequations Ques 101

I. $\sqrt{25 x^{2}}-125=0$

II. $\sqrt{361} y+95=0$

Directions : In the following questions two equations numbered I and II are given. You have to solve both the equations and give answer If

(1) $x>y$

(2) $x \geq y$

(3) $x<y$

(4) $x \leq y$

(5) $x=y$ or the relationship cannot be estab lished

(Allahabad Bank PO Exam. 17.04.2011)

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Correct Answer: (5)

Solution: (5) I.

$\sqrt{25 x^{2}}-125=0$

$\Rightarrow \sqrt{25 x^{2}}=125$

$\Rightarrow 25 x^{2}=125 \times 125$

$\Rightarrow x^{2}=\frac{125 \times 125}{25}=625$

$\therefore x=\sqrt{625}= \pm 25$

II. $\sqrt{361} y+95=0$

$\Rightarrow 19 y=-95 \Rightarrow y=-5$