Which set of numbers is different from the other three?

2016

Which set of numbers is different from the other three?

  1. A.

    4, 16, 63

  2. B.

    6, 36, 215

  3. C.

    11, 121, 1221

  4. D.

    8, 64, 511

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Correct answer: C

1. Identify the mathematical relationship in the given number sets. 2. Options A, B, and D follow a specific rule: First number is n, the second is n^2, and the third is n^3 - 1. 3. Option C starts with 11 and 121 (11^2), but the third number should be 11^3 - 1 = 1331 - 1 = 1330. Since the given number is 1221, it is the odd one out. Final Answer: Option C

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