general math MCQ #1624

The sum of the squares of three numbers is 138, and the sum of their products, taken two at a time, is 15. What is the sum of the three numbers?

general math MCQ #1624

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The sum of the squares of three numbers is 138, and the sum of their products, taken two at a time, is 15. What is the sum of the three numbers?

    • A) 15
    • B) √168
    • C) 20
    • D) None of these

    Answer: √168

    Explanation: The correct value is √168. Apply the formula or arithmetic step shown in the question and