If x > 0, what is the value of x?
(1) x > 5
(2) 40 - x^2 = 4
The OA is the option B.
Is sufficient the statement (2)? Experts, I need your help. <i class="em em-confused"></i>
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Statement 1:M7MBA wrote:If x > 0, what is the value of x?
(1) x > 5
(2) 40 - x^2 = 4
Since x can be any value greater than 5, INSUFFICIENT.
Statement 2:
36 - x² = 0
36 = x²
x = ±6.
Since the prompt indicates that x>0, the only viable solution is x=6.
SUFFICIENT.
The correct answer is B.
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