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Mathematics Past Questions and Answers

Jamb Mathematics Questions

Question 16:
Solve the inequality 2 - x > x\(^2\).
  • A X < -2 or x > 1
  • B X > 2 or x < -1
  • C -1 < x < 2
  • D -2 < x < 1
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Question 17:
If α and β are the roots of the equation 3x\(^2\) + 5x - 2 = 0, find the value of 1/α + 1/β
  • A -5/3
  • B -2/3
  • C 1/2
  • D 5/2
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Question 18:
A frustrum of pyramid with square base has its upper and lower sections as squares of sizes 2m and 5m respectively and the distance between them 6m. Find the height of the pyramid from which the frustrum was obtained.
  • A 8.0 m
  • B 8.4 m
  • C 9.0 m
  • D 10.0 m
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Question 19:
P is a point on one side of the straight line UV and P moves in the same direction as UV. If the straight line ST is on the locus of P and angle VUS = 60°, find angle UST.
  • A 310°
  • B 130°
  • C 80°
  • D 50°
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Question 20:
An equilateral triangle of side √3cm is inscribed in a circle. Find the radius of the circle.
  • A 2/3 cm
  • B 2 cm
  • C 1 cm
  • D 3 cm
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