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: 5, 9, 17, 29, 45, ?

 Option A: 65

 Option B: 56

 Option C: 74

 Option D: 57

 Option E: 32

A: Option A
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Q: Question: In the arithmetic sequence t1, t2, t3, ..., tn, t1=23 and tn= tn-1 - 3 for each n > 1. What is the value of n when tn = 8?

 Option A: -1

 Option B: 6

 Option C: 10

 Option D: 14

 Option E: 20

A: Option B
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Q: Question: Ramesh and Naresh had a pre-determined number of baskets, at a ratio of 3:1. Ramesh offered 20 of her baskets to Naresh so that the ratio of number of baskets became 8:3. How many more baskets does Ramesh now have than Naresh?

 Option A: 400

 Option B: 350

 Option C: 250

 Option D: 200

 Option E: 180

A:
Option A
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