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Select the option in which the numbers share the same relationship as that shared by the given pairs of numbers. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) 185, 113 170, 98
165, 103
112, 50
146, 74
136, 62
146, 74
Look for the difference between the two numbers in the pair: 185 - 113 = 72 and 170 - 98 = 72. Both pairs have a constant difference of 72.
Look for the difference between the two numbers in the pair: 185 - 113 = 72 and 170 - 98 = 72. Both pairs have a constant difference of 72.
Analyze given pairs
Pair 1: 185 - 113 = 72. Pair 2: 170 - 98 = 72. Both pairs follow the mathematical property of a constant difference equal to 72.
Test the options
A: 165 - 103 = 62 (Incorrect). B: 112 - 50 = 62 (Incorrect). C: 146 - 74 = 72 (Correct). D: 136 - 62 = 74 (Incorrect).
A: 165 - 103 results in 62, not 72; B: 112 - 50 results in 62, not 72; D: 136 - 62 results in 74, not 72.
C is correct because the difference between the two numbers in both the given pairs is constant at 72, which is satisfied only by the pair 146 and 74.
Always subtract the second number from the first in analogy questions. If the difference is a constant, check if the options maintain that same constant value.