Q1Moderate
If √(x + 12) + √(x − 12) = 6 and x is a positive integer, find the value of x.
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Correct answer: B. 13
Quick explanation
B — 13. Squaring: x + √(x² − 144) = 18 → √(x² − 144) = 18 − x → x² − 144 = (18 − x)² → 36x = 468 → x = 13. Check: √25 + √1 = 6.
