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1 mark, −0.33MathematicsQuantitative aptitude and data reasoningEquations and inequalitiesEasyabout 1 min
UoH 2013 Question 97: Quantitative aptitude and data reasoning
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Which one is the correct solution for x in the quadratic equation 2x² + 8x = 10? (A) 1 and 5 (B) 5 and 3 (C) 2 and 7 (D) 1 and -5
Also written as: Which one is the correct solution for x in the quadratic equation 2x^2 + 8x = 10?
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This question is on Equations and inequalities, part of Quantitative aptitude and data reasoning in Mathematics.
Solving quadratic and other equations and inequalities.
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