Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the sixth term is related to the fifth term.

7183 : 3850 :: 6957 : ? :: 8972 : 5639

The correct answer is 3624 (Option 2).

To solve this, we need to find the consistent rule that links each pair of numbers in the analogy:

Step 1: Analyze the first pair — 7183 : 3850

Subtract the second number from the first:

7183-3850=3333

The difference is 3333.

Step 2: Verify with the third pair — 8972 : 5639

Check if the same rule applies:

8972-5639=3333

The difference is again 3333. ✓ The pattern is confirmed.

Step 3: Apply the rule to the middle pair — 6957 : ?

Using the same logic, subtract 3333 from 6957:

6957-3333=3624

Conclusion: The rule across all pairs is that each second number is obtained by subtracting 3333 from the first number. Applying this to 6957 gives us 3624, which matches Option 2.