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.

[Q]: Question: A committee of 5 people is to be selected from 7 people. How many different committees are possible?

 Option A: 21

 Option B: 40

 Option C: 56

 Option D: D.168

 Option E: 336
[A]: Option A


[Q]: Question: Little John had $8.50. He spent $1.25 on sweets and gave to his two friends $1.20 and $2.20. How much money was left?

 Option A: $5.85

 Option B: $6.85

 Option C: $ 3.85

 Option D: $2.85

 Option E: $4.85
[A]: Option C


[Q]: Question: If integers a and b are distinct factors of 30, which of the following CANNOT be a factor of 30?
I. ab + b^2
II. (a + b)^2
III. a + b

 Option A: I only

 Option B: II only

 Option C: III only

 Option D: I and II only

 Option E: I, II, and III
[A]:
Option B