Four pairs of numbers have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner, while one is different. Choose out the odd one.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 26 - 168
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The pattern is x - (x ÷ 2)2 Let's check each option: 34 - 289 = 34 - (34 / 2)2 = 34 - 289 16 - 64 = 16 - (16 / 2)2 = 16 - 64 18 - 81 = 18 - (18 / 2) = 18 - 81 26 - 168 = 26 (26 / 2)2 = 26 - 169 ≠ 168. All follow this pattern except for 26 - 168. Hence the correct answer is 26 - 168. |