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: How many factors does 36^2 have?

 Option A: 2

 Option B: 8

 Option C: 24

 Option D: 25

 Option E: 26

SOLUTION: Option D

PROBLEM: Question: The difference between simple and compound interests compounded annually on a certain sum of money for 2 years at 4% per annum is Re. 1. The sum (in Rs.) is?

 Option A: 625

 Option B: 827

 Option C: 657

 Option D: 726

 Option E: 634

SOLUTION: Option A

PROBLEM: Question: If k > 0, x + k = y, and y + 5k = z, what is the ratio between z - x and y - x ?

 Option A: 2 to 1

 Option B: 3 to 1

 Option C: 4 to 1

 Option D: 5 to 1

 Option E: 6 to 1

SOLUTION:
Option E