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Mathematics Past Questions and Answers

Jamb Mathematics Questions

Question 16:
If a2 + b2 = 16 and 2ab = 7.Find all the possible values of (a - b)
  • A 3, -3
  • B 2, -2
  • C 1, -1
  • D 3, -1
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Question 17:
Divide x3 - 2x2 - 5x + 6 by (x - 1)
  • A X2 - x - 6
  • B X2 - 5x + 6
  • C X2 - 7x + 6
  • D X2 - 5x - 6
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Question 18:
If x + \(\frac{1}{x}\) = 4, find x2 + \(\frac{1}{x^2}\)
  • A 16
  • B 14
  • C 12
  • D 9
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Question 19:
What must be added to 4x2 - 4 to make it a perfect square?
  • A \(\frac{-1}{x^2}\)
  • B \(\frac{1}{x^2}\)
  • C 1
  • D -1
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Question 20:
Find the solution of the equation x - 8\(\sqrt{x}\) + 15 = 0
  • A 3, 5
  • B -3, -5
  • C 9, 25
  • D -9, 25
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