If the sum of two numbers is 5 and their product is 4. Find the difference between the two numbers.

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Solution

The correct option is C
3

Let the two numbers be a and b

a+b = 5

ab = 4

a - b = $\sqrt{{(a + b)}^{2} - 4 a b}$

= 3

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