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If x, y and z are respectively the number of faces, vertices and edges of a triangular pyramid, then :

Options

A

2x+ 3y−2z=8

B

3x+ 2y−3z=4

C

2x+ 2z−3y=6

D

3x+ 3y−2z=6

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Correct Answer :

Option A

2x+ 3y−2z=8

Solution :

The correct option is 2x+ 3y−2z=8.

Let us first determine the number of faces, vertices, and edges of a triangular pyramid (also known as a tetrahedron):

1. Number of faces (x): A triangular pyramid has 1 triangular base and 3 triangular sides that meet at the top apex.
Therefore, x=4.

2. Number of vertices (y): It has 3 vertices at the base and 1 vertex at the apex.
Therefore, y=4.

3. Number of edges (z): It has 3 edges connecting the base vertices and 3 edges connecting the base vertices to the top apex.
Therefore, z=6.

Now, let us evaluate the given options using the values x=4, y=4, and z=6:

For the option 2x + 3y − 2z = 8:

LHS=2(4)+3(4)2(6)

LHS=8+1212=8

LHS=RHS

Thus, the relationship 2x+3y2z=8 holds true.

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