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    When three times the square of a whole number is decreased by four times the number, the result is 50 more than the number. What is the number?
    Question

    When three times the square of a whole number is decreased by four times the number, the result is 50 more than the number. What is the number?

    A.

    8

    B.

    7

    C.

    6

    D.

    5

    Correct option is A

     
    Given:
    Three times the square of a whole number is decreased by four times the number, resulting in 50 more than the number.
    Formula Used:
    Let the number be x. The equation based on the problem statement: Solution:
    1. Rearrange the equation:
    2. Solve the quadratic equation 3x2 - 5x - 50 = 0 using the quadratic formula:
    3. Solve to find x Answer: (a) 8

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