Question 50

Logical Reasoning Linear and Quadratic Equations Hard

The fourth closet square root of 10 is

(A) 3.1624
(B) 3.1625
(C) 3.1626
(D) 3.1628
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Correct Solution: Option A

Step-by-step Solution:

Square Root Solution

Solution

The question, despite its typos ("fourth closet"), is asking for the best approximation of the square root of 10 among the given options. We can find the answer by squaring the options to see which result is closest to 10.

Analysis:

  • Option A (3.1624):
    $3.1624^2 = 3.1624 \times 3.1624 \approx 10.00085$
  • Option B (3.1625):
    $3.1625^2 = 3.1625 \times 3.1625 \approx 10.00141$

Conclusion:

The square of 3.1624 is closer to 10 than the squares of the other options. Therefore, it is the best approximation.