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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.

Options

A

20 : 11

B

6 : 4

C

15 : 9

D

12 : 7

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Correct Answer :

Option C

15 : 9

15 : 9

Solution :

To find the odd number-pair, let us analyze the mathematical relationship between the first number (x) and the second number (y) 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:

y=x2+1

Let us check this relation for each of the given pairs:

1. For the pair 20 : 11:

202+1=10+1=11
(This pair follows the pattern.)

2. For the pair 6 : 4:

62+1=3+1=4
(This pair follows the pattern.)

3. For the pair 12 : 7:

122+1=6+1=7
(This pair follows the pattern.)

4. For the pair 15 : 9:

152+1=7.5+1=8.59
(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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