80 is related to 99 following certain logic. Following the same logic, 0 is related to 3. To which of the following numbers is 35 related, following the same logic?
(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 /deleting /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.)
Options:
a) 42
b) 48
c) 44
d) 46
SSC CGL – General Intelligence and reasoning – 26 September 2024
Solution:
Logic: Square of Number -1, Square of next number -1
80 is related to 99 -> 92 -1 =80 and 102-1=99
0 is related to 3 -> 12-1=0 and 22-1=3
Apply same logic:
35 related to ? -> 62-1=36 and 72-1=48
Correct Answer : b) 48