TASK DEFINITION: You are given a math word problem and you are supposed to make use of mathematical concepts like probability, combinatorics, linear equations, sequences/series, or simple operators like addition, subtraction, division, or multiplication to answer the given question. Choose the best option from the 5 given options and report that option.
PROBLEM: Question: The compound ratio of 1:3, 3:2 and 4:5?

 Option A: 1:9

 Option B: 1:7

 Option C: 1:2

 Option D: 2:5

 Option E: 1:4

SOLUTION: Option D

PROBLEM: Question: The number which exceeds 16% of it by 42 is?

 Option A: 50

 Option B: 25

 Option C: 52

 Option D: 58

 Option E: 60

SOLUTION: Option A

PROBLEM: Question: The length of a rectangular floor is more thanits breadth by 200%. If Rs.324 is requiredto paint the floor at the rate of Rs.3/sq m, what would be the length of the floor?

 Option A: 12

 Option B: 18

 Option C: 19

 Option D: 20

 Option E: 21

SOLUTION:
Option B