Q. 3) If x2−2xy+y2=25, then x−y=(a) 25(b) −5(c) 5(d) ±5Galaxy Note10 Lite
Recognize pattern in equation: Recognize the pattern in the equation x2−2xy+y2. The given equation resembles the formula for the square of a binomial (a−b)2=a2−2ab+b2. Here, a=x and b=y, so the equation can be rewritten as (x−y)2=25.
Rewrite equation as square: Take the square root of both sides of the equation to solve for x−y.Since (x−y)2=25, we have x−y=±25.
Take square root to solve: Calculate the square root of 25.The square root of 25 is 5, so x−y=±5.