Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (18, 44, 21) (32, 65, 28)

1. A

   (44, 53, 89)

2. B

   (29, 93, 13)

3. C

   (25, 67, 11)

4. D

   (41, 63, 17)

Appeared in: DSSSB 14 August 2024

Explanation

• The core logic is that the sum of the first and third numbers, when increased by 5, equals the second number.
• This pattern is consistent with the two example sets: (18 + 21) + 5 = 44, and (32 + 28) + 5 = 65.
• For the set (41, 63, 17), this logic holds true: (41 + 17) + 5 = 58 + 5 = 63.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: The sum of the first and third numbers plus 5 is (44 + 89) + 5 = 138, which is not equal to the second number, 53.
• Option B: The sum of the first and third numbers plus 5 is (29 + 13) + 5 = 47, which is not equal to the second number, 93.
• Option C: The sum of the first and third numbers plus 5 is (25 + 11) + 5 = 41, which is not equal to the second number, 67.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Logical Reasoning - Number Set Analogy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• This type of question is not directly related to clinical nursing practice.
• It assesses logical and analytical reasoning skills, which are crucial for problem-solving in any professional field, including nursing.
• Nurses use logical reasoning daily for tasks like interpreting diagnostic data, prioritizing patient care, and troubleshooting equipment.

How to Approach the Question

• First, analyze the relationship between the numbers within the first given set, for example, (18, 44, 21). Test basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) connecting the numbers.
• Once you identify a potential pattern, verify if it also applies to the second given set, (32, 65, 28). If it does, you have found the correct logic.
• The confirmed pattern is: (First Number + Third Number) + 5 = Second Number.
• Systematically apply this rule to each of the four answer choices.
• Eliminate the options that do not conform to the rule.
• The option that successfully follows the pattern is the correct answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Logical Reasoning - Number Set Analogy
• Stem keywords: number sets, related in the same way, (18, 44, 21), (32, 65, 28)
• Lead-in keywords: Select the set

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