MATHEMATICS
JAMB 2006 - Question 42
Mathematics 2006 JAMB Past Questions - Question 42: A binary operation * on the set of rational numbers is defined as x * y = x² -y²/2xy. Find -5 * 3
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
A:
B:
C:
D:
Correct Answer
A
Explanation
x * y = x² -y²/2xy = (-5)² - (3)² /2 X (-5)(3) = 25 – 9/-30 = 16/-30 = -8/15

