WAEC Further Mathematics 2026 Question 13

Question 13

Surds

If √3 − 2/√3 = x√3, find the value of x.

  1. A.−2/3
  2. B.−1/3
  3. C.1/3
  4. D.2/3
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Answer: C (1/3)

Explanation

2/√3 = 2√3/3, so √3 − 2√3/3 = √3/3 = (1/3)√3. Hence x = 1/3.