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\[\begin{array}{|c|c|c|} \hline 7 & 6 & 8 \\ \hline 5 & 4 & 9 \\ \hline 3 & 2 & 1 \\ \hline 83 & 56 & ? \\ \hline \end{array} \]

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When two columns fit a clean rule, apply the same operation to the third to find the missing number.
Updated On: Aug 18, 2026
  • 146
  • 128
  • 136
  • 148
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Confirm the rule "sum of squares of the three entries in a column" on the first two columns: \(7^2+5^2+3^2=49+25+9=83\) and \(6^2+4^2+2^2=36+16+4=56\).

Step 2: Apply it to the third column: \(8^2+9^2+1^2=64+81+1\).

Step 3: Add the squares: \(64+81+1=146\).
\[ \boxed{146} \]
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