The second number in the given number-pairs is obtained by performing certain mathematical operation(s) on the first number. The same operation(s) is/are followed in all the number-pairs except one. Find that odd number-pair.
Correct Answer :
15 : 9
Solution :
To find the odd number-pair, let us analyze the mathematical relationship between the first number () and the second number () in each pair.
By observing the numbers, we can see a common pattern where the second number is obtained by dividing the first number by 2 and then adding 1:
Let us check this relation for each of the given pairs:
1. For the pair 20 : 11:
(This pair follows the pattern.)
2. For the pair 6 : 4:
(This pair follows the pattern.)
3. For the pair 12 : 7:
(This pair follows the pattern.)
4. For the pair 15 : 9:
(This pair does not follow the pattern.)
Since the pair 15 : 9 does not satisfy the mathematical logic shared by the other three options, it is the odd number-pair.
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