ISEE Quantitative Comparisons Question 169: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 169

10.

  • 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:

C

The area of the shaded region is the difference between the area of the large triangle and the area of the small triangle. The base of the large triangle is b, and its height is h, so the area of the triangle is bh. The base of the small triangle is x, and its height is x, so the area of the triangle is x2. Thus, the area of the shaded region is bh – x2. Factor out the : (bh – xPrevious       Next