GATE AE 2025 • Q9 MCQ • 2 Marks

General Aptitude

Verbal & Numerical Aptitude

Subtopic: Analytical Reasoning

Question Statement:

If a real variable x satisfies 3x2 = 27 × 9x, then the value of 2x2 (2x)2 is:

Options:

  • (A) 2-1
  • (B) 20
  • (C) 23
  • (D) 215

Official Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2025 Q.9)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Verbal & Numerical Aptitude** under *General Aptitude* (2 Marks, MCQ). **2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**: - Applying standard governing principles of Verbal & Numerical Aptitude. - Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria. **3. Final Answer**: Correct Option is **(A)**.

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