Multiple choice

In each of the following questions two equations are given. You have to solve them and give answer - ( (I) x^2 -10x+25=0 )( (II) y^2 + 26y +169 =0 )

  1. If x<y

  2. If x>y

  3. If x≤y

  4. If x≥y

  5. If x=y or Relationship cannot be determined
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Solving equation I: x² - 10x + 25 = (x-5)² = 0, so x = 5 (repeated root). Solving equation II: y² + 26y + 169 = (y+13)² = 0, so y = -13 (repeated root). Since 5 > -13, we have x > y always, making option B correct.

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