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.
123 : 246 :: 231 : ?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The pattern followed here is:
First number Second number
•
Applying the same rule to the second pair:
•
Alternatively, each digit of the number is multiplied by :
• , ,
• , ,
Therefore, the missing number is 462.