Question

$\begin{array}{ccc}6& 1& 8\\ 7& 5& 3\\ 2& 9& 4\end{array}$
In the given magic sqaure, the magic sum is .

• A. 5
• B. 10
• C. 9
• D. 15

Answer 1

The correct option is D 15

The sum of numbers in any row or column or diagonal of a magic square is the same, and this sum is called as the magic sum.

The sum of numbers in 1st row = 6 + 1 + 8 = 15.
It is same for all rows, columns and diagonals.

$\therefore$ The magic sum of given magic square is 15.