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If 13-a10=8+5, then a=

(a) −5

(b) −6

(c) −4

(d) −2

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Solution

Given that:

We need to find a

The given expression can be simplified by taking square on both sides

The irrational terms on right side can be factorized such that it of the same form as left side terms.

Hence,

On comparing rational and irrational terms, we get.Therefore, correct choice is .


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