2021 · Q63
Let p be the area of a square X and q be the area of the square formed on the diagonal of the square X. What is the value of p/q ?
Elementary MathematicsQuadrilaterals and Polygons
- A1/8
- B1/4
- C1/3
- D1/2
Explanation
If square X has side s, its area is p = s². The square on its diagonal has side s√2, so its area is q = 2s². Hence p/q = 1/2, option (d).