Multiple choice

In the following questions two equations I and II are given. You have to solve both the equations and give answer. $( (I) x^2 – 15x – 54 = 0 )( (II) 2y^2 + 17y +35 = 0 )$

  1. If x > y

  2. If x ≥ y

  3. If x < y

  4. If x ≤ y

  5. If x = y or the relationship cannot be determined
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Explanation

Solving the first equation gives x = 18 or x = -3. Solving the second equation gives y = -3.5 or y = -5. Comparing all pairs: 18 > -3.5, 18 > -5, -3 > -3.5, and -3 > -5. In every case, x is greater than y.

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