Question

Razaaq has created a 3x3 magic square, in which the sum of the cells along any row, column or diagonal, is the same number (N). The entries in the cells are given as expressions in x, y and z. Find N. 


 

• A. 12
• B. 36
• C. 21
• D. 48
• E. 24

Hint:

In a 3x3 magic square, the center cell is one-third of the magic sum N.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: In a magic square, the sum of each row, column, and diagonal is equal.
Step 2: Use the given expressions to set up equations based on the magic square property.
Step 3: Solve for x, y, z.
Step 4: Compute N by summing any row.
Step 5: Final Answer: The value of N.