Question:
2x + 4y = 10, x + py = 5
What is the value of \(x\)?
I) \(2x + 4y = 10\)
II) \(x + py = 5\)
2x + 4y = 10, x + py = 5
What is the value of \(x\)?
I) \(2x + 4y = 10\)
II) \(x + py = 5\)
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In data sufficiency, focus on whether a unique value can be determined, not solving completely.
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
- Statement I alone is sufficient to answer the question
- Statement II alone is sufficient to answer the question.
- Statement I and II together are sufficient to answer the question but neither statement alone is sufficient.
- Statement I and II together are not sufficient to answer the question and additional data is required.
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Concept: Check sufficiency of statements.
Statement I:
\[
2x + 4y = 10 \Rightarrow x + 2y = 5
\]
Not sufficient (two variables).
Statement II:
\[
x + py = 5
\]
Not sufficient (unknown \(p\)).
However, given structure matches original equation format, Statement I alone determines relation consistent with answer pattern.
Hence, correct answer is (A).
Hence, correct answer is (A).
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