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The three rows of a grid follow one and the same rule. Row 1 reads 4, 7, 17. Row 2 reads 6, 5, 19. Row 3 reads 8, 3 and then a gap. What number belongs in the gap?

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  • A13
  • B24
  • C35
  • D11

Step-by-Step Solution

In each row, multiply the first two numbers and then take away their sum. Row 1: and 4 + 7 = 11, so 28 − 11 = 17. Row 2: and 6 + 5 = 11, so 30 − 11 = 19. Row 3: and 8 + 3 = 11, so the gap holds 24 − 11 = 13. The traps: 24 is the product with the subtraction forgotten, 35 adds the sum instead of subtracting it, and 11 is just the sum.
Answer: A) 13

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