ISEE Quantitative Comparisons Question 145: Answer and Explanation

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3.

Note: Figure not drawn to scale.

  • A. The quantity in Column A is greater.
  • B. The quantity in Column B is greater.
  • C. The two quantities are equal.
  • D. The relationship cannot be determined from the information given.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The answer is C

Solve for the area by multiplying (x + 1) by (x + 1): x2 - 2x + 1.

Plug in an easy number for x, such as 2. The area of the square is 9. If you plug 2 into Column B, you also get 9.

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