It is observed that \(1 + 3 = 2^2, 1 + 3 + 5 = 3^2, 1 + 3 + 5 + 7 = 4^2\).
If 1 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 9 + 11 + 13 + 15 = P\(^2\) find P
A
6
B
7
C
8
D
9
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
1 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 9 + 11 + 13 + 15 = 64
where 64 = 8\(^2\)
That is, P is 8
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #26375)