Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: 154
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:This set highlights a specific divisor (17). The outlier is the number not divisible by 17.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Compare to adjacent multiples of 17 to test divisibility quickly.
Step-by-Step Solution:
119 → 17 * 7 → divisible.85 → 17 * 5 → divisible.51 → 17 * 3 → divisible.154 → not equal to 17 * k for integer k (between 153 and 170) → not divisible.Verification / Alternative check:Compute 154 ÷ 17 ≈ 9.058… non-integer. Hence it is the outlier.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Each is an exact multiple of 17.
Common Pitfalls:Assuming “nearby” to a multiple implies divisibility; exact equality is required.
Final Answer:154 is not divisible by 17 and is the odd number.
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