instruction:
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.
question:
Question: There are 9 executives, including the CEO and CFO, that are asked to form a small team of 5 members. However, the CEO and CFO may not both be assigned to the team. Given this constraint, how many ways are there to form the team?

 Option A: 85

 Option B: 87

 Option C: 89

 Option D: 91

 Option E: 93
answer:
Option D


question:
Question: During the break of a football match, the coach will make 3 substitutions. If the team consists of 14 players among which there are 2 forwards, what is the probability that none of the forwards will be substituted?

 Option A:  21/55

 Option B:  18/44

 Option C:  21/99

 Option D:  28/44

 Option E:  36/55
answer:
Option C


question:
Question: 3 buffaloes eat as much as 4 cows or 2 oxen. At a farm there are 15 buffaloes, 8 oxen and 24 cows. The fodder for these cattle is available for 24days. If 8 more cows & 9 more buffaloes are brought in, how long will the fodder last?

 Option A: 10

 Option B: 13

 Option C: 15

 Option D: 18

 Option E: 21
answer:

Option D