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: A rectangular plot measuring 90 metres by 50 metres is to be enclosed by wire fencing. If the poles of the fence are kept 10 metres apart, how many poles will be needed ?

 Option A: 28

 Option B: 56

 Option C: 57

 Option D: 58

 Option E: None of these

SOLUTION: Option A

PROBLEM: Question: In 120 m race, A covers the distance in 36 seconds and B in 45 seconds. In this race A beats B by:

 Option A: 24 m

 Option B: 25 m

 Option C: 22.5 m

 Option D: 9 m

 Option E: 12 m

SOLUTION: Option A

PROBLEM: Question: A tourist purchased a total of $1,500 worth of traveler’s checks in $10 and $50 denominations, During the trip the tourist cashed 7 checks and then lost all of the rest. If the number of $10 checks cashed was three more or three less than the number of $50 checks cashed, what is the minimum possible value of the checks that were lost?

 Option A: $1,230

 Option B: $1,310

 Option C: $1,290

 Option D: $1,270

 Option E: $1,150

SOLUTION:
Option A