Evaluate \(\frac{(3.2)^2 - (4.8)^2}{3.2 + 4.8}\)

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2008

Evaluate \(\frac{(3.2)^2 - (4.8)^2}{3.2 + 4.8}\)

  • A. -0.08
  • B. -1.60
  • C. -10.24
  • D. -12.80

Correct Answer: B. -1.60

Explanation

\(\frac{(3.2)^2 - (4.8)^2}{3.2 + 1.8} = \frac{(3.2 - 4.8)(3.2 + 4.8)}{(3.2 + 4.8)}\)

= 3.2 - 4.8

= -1.60



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