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If p – q = 9, and p² + q² = 127. Find the value of pq.
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If p – q = 9, and p² + q² = 127. Find the value of pq.

A.

12

B.

15

C.

23

D.

27

Correct option is C

Given:
p - q = 9 and p² + q² = 127.
Formula Used:
p² + q² = (p - q)² + 2pq.
Solution:

127 = 81+ 2pq

46= 2pq

pq= 23

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