Question

Compute the value of 9x2 + 4y2 if xy = 6 and 3x + 2y = 12..​

Answer 1

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Consider the equation 3x + 2y = 12

Now, square both sides:

(3x + 2y)2 = 122

=> 9x2 + 12xy + 4y2 = 144

=>9x2 + 4y2 = 144 – 12xy

From the questions, xy = 6

So,

9x2 + 4y2 = 144 – 72

Thus, the value of 9x2 + 4y2 = 72

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