If abc = 5, what is the value of ( + )?

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  2. (a + b + c)

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Given:

If abc = 5

Concept used:

abc = 5

⇒ ac =   

⇒ (b)-1 

⇒ b = 

Calculation:

 +  + 

 +  + 

   

 

Hence, the value of ( ++) is 1.

Shortcut Trick let a = b = 1 and c = 5

now, as per the question, 

⇒  +  + 

⇒ 1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3

⇒ 3/3 = 1

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