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Two numbers \( x \) and \( y \) have arithmetic mean 9 and geometric mean 4. Then \( x \) and \( y \) are the roots of:

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The relation \( x^2 - 2(\text{A.M.})x + (\text{G.M.})^2 = 0 \) is a direct shortcut to finding the equation when means are given. It skips the intermediate step of finding the sum and product separately.
Updated On: May 1, 2026
  • \( x^2 - 18x - 16 = 0 \)
  • \( x^2 - 18x + 16 = 0 \)
  • \( x^2 + 18x - 16 = 0 \)
  • \( x^2 + 18x + 16 = 0 \)
  • \( x^2 - 17x + 16 = 0 \)
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The Correct Option is B

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