SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 93

SSC CGL - 14 July 2023 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q93

The first number in the given number pairs is obtained by performing certain mathematical operation(s) on the second number. The same operation(s) is/are followed in all the number pairs except one. Find that odd number pair.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 15 : 9.

The logic used here is:  2nd number × 2 - 2 = 1st number

Option 1: 20 : 11 11 × 2 - 2 = 22 - 2 = 20  This follows the logic.

Option 3: 15 : 9 9 × 2 - 2 = 18 - 2 = 16    This does not follow the logic.