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In the following number-pairs, the second number is obtained by applying certain mathematical operation(s) to the first number. Which numbers should replace X and Y, so that the pattern followed by the two numbers on the left side of :: is the same as that on the right side of ::?
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding to/subtracting from/multiplying with 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)
X : 98 : : 196 : Y

Asked in RRB ALP · 2026
Number Based · Logical Reasoning
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Option D — X = 116, Y = 178

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