Introduction / Context:
This question is a number pattern odd one out based on the parity of the sum of digits. You are given four four digit numbers and must choose the one whose digit sum does not share the same parity (odd or even) as the others. Such problems help build attention to detail and comfort with quick mental arithmetic.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- The numbers are 3284, 4058, 2137 and 2363.
- Each number is considered in its base 10 digit form.
- The pattern involves checking whether the sum of digits is odd or even.
Concept / Approach:The key idea is to compute the sum of the digits of each number and then observe whether the result is odd or even. If three numbers have an odd digit sum and one number has an even digit sum, the one with a different parity is the odd one out. This method relies on simple addition and parity recognition.
Step-by-Step Solution:Step 1: For 3284, digits are 3, 2, 8 and 4. Sum = 3 + 2 + 8 + 4 = 17, which is odd.Step 2: For 4058, digits are 4, 0, 5 and 8. Sum = 4 + 0 + 5 + 8 = 17, which is odd.Step 3: For 2137, digits are 2, 1, 3 and 7. Sum = 2 + 1 + 3 + 7 = 13, which is odd.Step 4: For 2363, digits are 2, 3, 6 and 3. Sum = 2 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 14, which is even.Step 5: Since 3284, 4058 and 2137 all have odd digit sums, while 2363 has an even digit sum, 2363 is the odd one out.Verification / Alternative check:To verify, you can quickly double check the sums: 3 + 2 + 8 + 4 = 17, 4 + 0 + 5 + 8 = 17, 2 + 1 + 3 + 7 = 13 and 2 + 3 + 6 + 3 = 14. The parity pattern odd, odd, odd, even is clear. No further advanced check is necessary, making this a straightforward odd one out problem.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:3284 is not the odd one out because its digit sum is 17, which is odd, matching 4058 and 2137.4058 also has an odd digit sum of 17 and therefore aligns with 3284 and 2137.2137 has an odd digit sum of 13, which again places it in the same parity group as 3284 and 4058.
Common Pitfalls:If a candidate rushes, they might miscalculate a sum, especially in multi digit numbers, leading to an incorrect classification of parity. Another mistake is to search for more complex properties such as divisibility by specific numbers or prime status, which is unnecessary here. Practicing digit sum computations improves speed and accuracy in a broad range of numerical reasoning questions.
Final Answer:The only number with an even digit sum is
2363, so 2363 is the odd one out.
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