Multiple choice

Find the value of variables and state the correct relation. (x^2 - 3158 = 0) (y^2 = 86159)

  1. $x > y$
  2. $x \ge y$
  3. $x < y$
  4. $x \le y$

  5. x = y or relationship cannot be established
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E Correct answer
Explanation

For x: x² = 3158 → x = ±√3158 ≈ ±56.2. For y: y² = 86159 → y = ±√86159 ≈ ±293.5. We have multiple possible sign combinations. If both are positive: 56.2 < 293.5 → x < y. If x negative, y positive: x < y. If both negative: -56.2 > -293.5 → x > y. Since the relationship depends on sign choices and cannot be uniquely determined, option E is correct.

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