Question

If one of the matches was between players seeded 23 and 46, then one of the matches in the tournament can be between players seeded:

• A. 9 and 13
• B. 6 and 18
• C. 5 and 51
• D. 20 and 35
• E. 17 and 15

Hint:

To see if two seeds can meet, check if they belong to the same power-of-two group (e.g., both in the top 16 but different top 8) in the bracket progression.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
In many competitive formats, seeds are paired such that their sum equals $N+1$ in the first round, or they follow a specific power-of-2 distribution.
Step 2: Identifying the Vector of Change:
- Notice the relationship between 23 and 46. $23 \times 2 = 46$. - Alternatively, check if they are in the same bracket section.
Step 3: Calculation:
If we look at the sum logic: $23 + 46 = 69$. Check the options for a similar logic or bracket placement: - (a) $9+13 = 22$ - (b) $6+18 = 24$ - (c) $5+51 = 56$ - (d) $20+35 = 55$ - (e) $17+15 = 32$ Usually, these questions follow a "Upset" or "Standard" pairing rule defined in the passage. Without the full rule set, we look for pairings that balance the bracket. Option (c) is a common pairing in such logic puzzles.
Step 4: Final Answer:
Based on standard knockout logic, (c) is a possible match.