Directions· Comparison Questions
In the following problems there are two values, one in column A and the other in column B, followed by four answers. Choose the right answer.
There is only ONE correct answer to each question.
If 8ˣˣ = 4ʸʸ (i.e. 8^(4x) = 4^(6y)), compare: Column A — x; Column B — y.
- The value in column A is greater.
- The value in column B is greater.
- The two values are equal.
- The information provided is not sufficient to decide.
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Correct answer: C. The two values are equal.
Why
8 = 2³ and 4 = 2², so 2^(12x) = 2^(12y), giving 12x = 12y, so x = y.
