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: Donald plans to invest x dollars in a savings account that pays interest at an annual rate of 8% compounded quarterly. Approximately what amount is the minimum that Donald will need to invest to earn over $100 in interest within 6 months?

 Option A: 1500

 Option B: 1750

 Option C: 2000

 Option D: 2500

 Option E: 3000

SOLUTION: Option D

PROBLEM: Question: The ratio of a to b to c is 2 to 3 to 4, and a, b, c are positive integers. If the average (arithmetic mean) of the three numbers is 36, what is the value of a?

 Option A: 21

 Option B: 24

 Option C: 25

 Option D: 27

 Option E: 30

SOLUTION: Option B

PROBLEM: Question: In a company with 48 employees, some part-time and some full-time, exactly (1/3) of the part-time employees and (1/4) of the full-time employees take the subway to work. What is the greatest possible number of employees who take the subway to work?

 Option A: 12

 Option B: 13

 Option C: 14

 Option D: 15

 Option E: 16

SOLUTION:
Option D