GMAT Data Insights: Two-Part Analysis 3

Question 1

A budget allows two purchases that together cost exactly $100, where item prices available are $20, $35, $45, $55, $65, and $80. Which value works as the cheaper item paired with another to total $100?

Accepted Answer

$35

Answer

$35 + $65 = $100, both valid options in the list.

Question 2

From the same list ($20, $35, $45, $55, $65, $80), which value pairs with $35 to total $100?

Accepted Answer

$65

Answer

$35 + $65 = $100.

Question 3

A Two-Part question gives a function f(n) = 2n + 3. You must identify an input giving output 11 and an input giving output 17. The input for output 11 is:

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

2n + 3 = 11 gives 2n = 8, so n = 4.

Question 4

With f(n) = 2n + 3, the input giving output 17 is:

Accepted Answer

7

Answer

2n + 3 = 17 gives 2n = 14, so n = 7.

Question 5

In a trade-off scenario, you must choose a strategy that maximizes reach and one that minimizes cost. Why might these require different selections?

Accepted Answer

Optimizing one objective often conflicts with the other

Answer

Competing objectives typically have different optimal choices, which Two-Part Analysis tests.

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GMAT Data Insights: Two-Part Analysis 3