SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 84

SSC CGL - 17 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q84

Four number-pairs have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the number pair that is different.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 182 : 12.

Understanding

The logic used here is:

(2nd number)2 + 3 × 2nd number + 1 = 1st number

Option 1: 182 : 12

122 + 3 × 12 + 1 = 144 + 36 + 1 = 181

Option 2: 461 : 20

202 + 3 × 20 + 1 = 400 + 60 + 1 = 461

Option 3: 239 : 14

142 + 3 × 14 + 1 = 196 + 42 + 1 = 239

Option 4: 305 : 16

162 + 3 × 16 + 1 = 256 + 48 + 1 = 305

Hence, 182 : 12 is the correct answer.