Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If x:y = 3:2, find (x+y)^2 : (x-y)^2.
A25:1
B5:1
C1:25
D9:4
✓ Correct Answer: A — 25:1
(3+2)^2 : (3-2)^2 = 5^2 : 1^2 = 25:1.
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