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GMATPREP Math Question 13 Jun 2006, 07:22
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Can someone help in understanding the attached GMATPREP question ?

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GMATPREP Math Question 13 Jun 2006, 08:21
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D it is
If yes will explain later
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GMATPREP Math Question 13 Jun 2006, 08:33
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9 is odd, so 9*3=27
6 is even, so 6/2=3

27*3=81

Since 27 is odd, it fits the original stem definition. 27*3=81

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GMATPREP Math Question 13 Jun 2006, 08:50
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Yes D) is the answer. But How 27 is the answer ? I am able to follow till you reach 81.How are you arriving 27 as answer ?

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GMATPREP Math Question 13 Jun 2006, 08:55
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Sorry I got the explanation.

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