alleryGiven that a + b = 7 and ab = 10, evaluate a^2 + b^2.
A39
B49
C19
D29
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 29
Subtracting 2ab from (a + b)^2 gives 49 - 2(10) = 29.
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