Select the option in which the numbers are related in the…

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Essaouira's origins stretch back to prehistoric times, and this spot on Morocco's Atlantic
coast (1)______ a centre of culture and commerce ever since. (2)______ centuries, the harbour town was an important trading post (3)______ both a seaport and as the north-western terminus of a caravan (4)______ stretching across the desert to Timbuktu (5)______ Africa’s interior.

Select the option in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set.

(44, 24, 132)

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. (56, 26, 182).

The logic used here is:

(44, 24, 132)

(44 × 24) ÷ 8 = 1056 ÷ 8 = 132

Option 1: (46, 22, 306)

(46 × 22) ÷ 8 = 1012 ÷ 8 = 126.5

This does not follow the logic.

Option 2: (56, 26, 182)

(56 × 26) ÷ 8 = 1456 ÷ 8 = 182

This follows the logic.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 97