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1. If (x-1)^2 =400, which of the following could be the value of x-5?

  • A. 15
  • B. 15
  • C. 15
  • D. 15

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Here,  (x - 1)2 = 400

or,  x - 1 = ±√400 = ±20

or,  x = 1 ± 20 

Then,  x - 5 = 1 ± 20 - 5 = - 24, 16


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