If \(0\leq x\leq 4\) and \(y<12,\) which of the following CANNOT be the value of \(xy?\)
A. -2
B. 0
C. 6
D. 24
E. 48
Answer: E
Source: Official Guide
If \(0\leq x\leq 4\) and \(y<12,\) which of the following CANNOT be the value of \(xy?\)
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Solution:
Since x ≤ 4 and y < 12, then:
xy < 4 * 12
xy < 48
So xy can’t be exactly 48.
Answer: E
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