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SSC Quantitative Aptitude Mensuration Question Bank Mensuration-I (I)

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    If each side of a square is increased by 4 cm, then its area is increased by \[60\,c{{m}^{2}}.\] The side of the square is

    A) 12 cm

    B) 13 cm

    C) 14 cm

    D) None of these

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    [d] Let the side of the square be x cm. Then,\[{{(x+4)}^{2}}-{{x}^{2}}=60\]\[\Rightarrow \]\[8x+16=60\] \[\Rightarrow \]   \[8x=44\]          \[\Rightarrow \]\[x=5.5\,cm\] \[\therefore \]      Each side \[=5.5\,cm\]


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