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Aptitude · Q473

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 473

Q473

If the sum of two numbers is 14 and their difference is 10. Find the product of these two numbers.

A.
24
Answer
B.
22
C.
20
D.
18

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Let the numbers be a and b
∴ a + b = 14.....(i)
a - b = 10..... (ii)
From equation (i) and (ii)
2a = 24
a = 12
and b = 2
Product = 12 × 2 = 24
⇒ ab = 24