In each of the following questions, two numbers are given which follow a certain logical or arithmetic relationship. Identify the same pattern and apply it to find the missing number in the second pair. Choose the correct option from the given alternatives.
111 : 222 :: 222 : ?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
In the first pair:
111 → 222
That is, each digit is increased by 1:
1 → 2
1 → 2
1 → 2
Apply the same rule to 222:
2 → 3
2 → 3
2 → 3
Hence,
222 → 333
Correct answer: (a) 333