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: If x persons take y days to complete z similar jobs, how long does it take y persons to complete 1 such job?

 Option A: z

 Option B: x

 Option C: x/y

 Option D: z/x

 Option E: x/z

SOLUTION: Option E

PROBLEM: Question: If 5 ministers are to be seated at a round table conference, then how many different ways can they be seated?

 Option A: 240

 Option B: 60

 Option C: 24

 Option D: 720

 Option E: 180

SOLUTION: Option C

PROBLEM: Question: We have 20 thousand dollars that must be invested among 4 possible
mutual funds. Each investment must be in units of 1 thousand dollars,
and there are minimal investments that need to be made if one is to
invest in these funds. The minimal investments are 2, 2, 3 and 4 thou-
sand dollars. How many dierent investment strategies are available if
an investment must be made in each mutual fund?

 Option A: 220

 Option B: 240

 Option C: 260

 Option D: 280

 Option E: 300

SOLUTION:
Option A