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Q1.
The matrix $A = \begin{pmatrix} 2 & 1 \\ 1 & 2 \end{pmatrix}$ has eigenvalues $\lambda_1$ and $\lambda_2$. What are the eigenvalues of the matrix $A^3 - 2A + I$?

(A)
$22$ and $0$
(B)
$8$ and $1$
(C)
$27$ and $1$
(D)
$24$ and $2$
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Q2.
[Chain & Compass Surveying, Local Attraction Concept 6] A train running at $72\text{ km/h}$ crosses a stationary platform of length $250\text{ m}$ in $26\text{ seconds}$. What is the length of the train?

(A)
$270\text{ m}$
(B)
$200\text{ m}$
(C)
$300\text{ m}$
(D)
$250\text{ m}$
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