If the sum of a number and its square is 132, then what is the number?  Choose the correct choice from the following answers:  A) 10  B) 11  C) 12  D) 13  E) 14
Explanation:   Let the number be x. Then,   x2 + x = 132   =&gt; x2 + x - 132 = 0   =&gt; (x + 12)(x - 11) = 0   =&gt; x = 11   Answer: Option 11
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If the sum of a number and its square is 132, then what is the number?