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.
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Question: Question: The amount of an investment will double in approximately 70/ p years, where p is the percent interest, compounded annually. If Thelma invests $ 60,000 in a long-term CD that pays 5 percent interest, compounded annually, what will be the approximate total value of the investment when Thelma is ready to retire 42 years later?

 Option A: $ 280,000

 Option B: $ 320,000

 Option C: $ 360,000

 Option D: $ 480,000

 Option E: $ 540,000

Answer: Option D


Question: Question: If x and y are negative integers, which of the following statements must be true?
I. (-x)^y is positive.
II. (-x)^(-y) is positive.
III. x^(-y) is positive.

 Option A: None

 Option B: II only

 Option C: I and II

 Option D: I and III

 Option E: I, II and III

Answer: Option C


Question: Question: In how many ways, a committee of 5 members can be selected from
6 men and 5 ladies, consisting of 3 men and 2 ladies?

 Option A: 200

 Option B: 450

 Option C: 350

 Option D: 500

 Option E: 430

Answer:
Option A