InterviewSolution
Saved Bookmarks
| 1. |
When x(x - 5) = 7, then find the value of (x6 – 230x3 – 243)/4? |
|
Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 25 Given: x(x - 5) = 7 ⇒ x2 – 5x = 7 Concept: Cube both side of the given equation and then proceed. Formula used: (a - b)3 = a3 - b3 - 3ab(a - b) Calculation: ∵ x2 - 5x = 7 On cubing both sides, we get; (x2 – 5x)3 = 73 ⇒ x6 - 125x3 – [3 × (x2) × 5x(x2 – 5x)] = 343 ⇒ x6 - 125x3 - [3 × x2 × (5x) × (7)] = 343 ⇒ x6 - 125x3 - 105x3 = 343 ⇒ x6 – 230x3 = 343 ------(1) Putting the value of (1) in (x6 – 230x3 – 243)/4; ⇒ (343 – 243)/4 ⇒ 100/4 = 25 |
|