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Aptitude · Q160

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 160

Q160

If mn = 169, what is the value of (m + 1)(n - 1)?

A.
14
Answer
B.
13
C.
196
D.
170

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
mn = 169
mn = 132
⇒ m = 13, n = 2
∴ (m + 1)(n - 1)
= (13 + 1)(2 - 1)
= 14