Question : A man is born in the year 1896 A.D. If in the year $x^2$ A.D. His age is $(x-4)$, the value of $x$ is:
Option 1: 40
Option 2: 44
Option 3: 36
Option 4: 42
Answer (1)
22nd Jan, 2024
Correct Answer: 44
Solution :
Let the man's age be $x$.
According to the question,
$x^2 - 1896 = x - 4$
or, $x^2 - 1896 - x + 4 = 0$
or, $x^2 - x - 1892 = 0$
or, $x^2 - 44x + 43x - 1892 = 0$
or, $x$ = 44, – 43
Since age can not be negative,
so, $x = 44$
Hence, the correct answer is 44.
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