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Is sum of two perfect squares also a perfect square?

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The correct option is B
No

The sum of two perfect squares is not always equal to a perfect square. Whenever this condition is met, the three perfect squares form a Pythagorean triplet and can represent the three sides of a right angled triangle.

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