CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

If x=2+√3 then find x​​​​​​2+1÷x2

Open in App
Solution

If x= 2+sqrt3
then
1/x=2-sqrt3 (by rationaliztion)
then (x+1/x)^2 = X^2+(1/X)^2 +2*x*(1/X)
that is (2+sqrt3 +2-sqrt3)^2=x^2 +(1/x)^2+2
4^2 -2=x^2+(1/x)^2
i.e, 14 is the answer

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
98
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Algebraic Identities
MATHEMATICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon