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    Question

    The square of the sum of two numbers is 900 and the sum

    of squares of the same numbers is 500. Find the product of the two numbers.
    A 140 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 160 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 120 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the two numbers be 'a' and 'b' ATQ: (a + b)² = 900 So, a² + b² + 2ab = 900 Also, we have, a² + b² = 500 So, 2ab = 900 - 500 = 400 So, ab = (400 ÷ 2) = 200

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