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If x is a solution of the equation 2x+1- 2x-1=1, x12 , then 4x2-1  is equal to :
MathematicsQuadratic EquationJEE MainJEE Main 2016 (10 Apr Online)
Options:
  • A 34
  • B 12
  • C 22
  • D 2
Solution:
2524 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 34

2x+1- 2x-1=1    ...1

2x+1+2x-1-24x2-1=1

 4x-1=24x2-1

 16x2-8x+1=16x2-4

8x=5

 x=58 which satisfies equation 1.

So, 4x2-1=34

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