If √xy=n, what is the value of x? (1) yn = 10 (2) y = 40 and n = 1/4

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DS · Data Sufficiency

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Algebra

If $\frac{√x}{y}=n$ , what is the value of x?

(1) yn = 10

(2) y = 40 and n = 1/4

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Statement (1) ALONE is sufficient

Statement (2) ALONE is sufficient

BOTH statements TOGETHER are sufficient

EACH statement ALONE is sufficient

Correct

Statements (1) and (2) TOGETHER are NOT sufficient

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What this question tests

Your ability to manipulate linear and quadratic expressions, substitute unknowns, and solve equations under time pressure.

Losing a sign when moving terms across the equals sign, or dividing both sides by a variable that could equal zero.