Choose the odd number out: 10, 25, 45, 54, 60, 75, 80.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: 54

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
In many odd-one-out sets, divisibility by a common factor distinguishes most elements from a single exception. Here, observe multiples of 5 versus a number that is not a multiple of 5.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Multiples of 5 among the terms: 10, 25, 45, 60, 75, 80
  • 54 is not a multiple of 5


Concept / Approach:
Apply the divisibility rule for 5: numbers ending with 0 or 5 are multiples of 5. Scan each term’s last digit to classify quickly.


Step-by-Step Solution:
10 → ends with 0 ⇒ multiple of 525/45/60/75/80 → end with 5 or 0 ⇒ multiples of 554 → ends with 4 ⇒ not a multiple of 5 ⇒ odd element


Verification / Alternative check:
Compute remainders modulo 5: 54 mod 5 = 4, while the others give remainder 0.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
10/45/75 are clear multiples of 5, hence part of the majority set.


Common Pitfalls:
Overthinking with primes or digit sums; the simplest divisibility cue (last digit) is sufficient here.


Final Answer:
54

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