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03 May 2016, 10:46
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Twice a number is 3 times the square of the number less than one. If the number is positive, what is the value of the number?
(A) 1
(B) 1/2
(C) 1/3
(D) 2/3
(E) 3/2
Word problems are tricky, and it can be especially tricky to translate from words to math. For a discussion of this topic, as well as the OE for this particular question, see:
Intro to GMAT Word Problems, Part 1: Translating from Word to Math
Mike
(A) 1
(B) 1/2
(C) 1/3
(D) 2/3
(E) 3/2
Word problems are tricky, and it can be especially tricky to translate from words to math. For a discussion of this topic, as well as the OE for this particular question, see:
Intro to GMAT Word Problems, Part 1: Translating from Word to Math
Mike
03 May 2016, 11:21
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mikemcgarry
\(2x\) = \(1\) - \(3x^2\)
Now, try to solve using the options , its only a 30 seconds job..
\(\frac{2}{3}\) = \(1\) -\(\frac{1}{3}\)
Answer will definitely be (C)
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02 Sep 2018, 22:53
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Hi Mike.
Why can't it be interpreted as :
2x = 3(1-x^2)
Thanks.
Why can't it be interpreted as :
2x = 3(1-x^2)
Thanks.
