Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: (18 : 25 : 32)
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Similarity questions often rely on reproducing the same structural relation in a new set. The reference set (13 : 20 : 27) is an arithmetic progression with common difference 7. We must choose the option that also forms an AP with d = 7.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
For each option, compute consecutive differences. A matching set must have both gaps equal to 7.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
AP condition: middle − first = last − middle. Only (18, 25, 32) satisfies 25 − 18 = 32 − 25 = 7.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They either do not have equal gaps or have gaps different from 7.
Common Pitfalls:
Assuming that one difference being 7 is enough. For an AP, both differences must be equal (here, both must be 7).
Final Answer:
(18 : 25 : 32) is like the given set.
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