What is the missing number in this number sequence pattern?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying a missing number in a number sequence pattern presented in an assessment for new employees. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and exploration of potential patterns using basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that the missing number can be found by examining relationships between the numbers in each row, suggesting a potential pattern based on arithmetic operations.
  • One participant presents a specific equation to illustrate a possible solution: 9 + 1 = 6 + 4, 4 + 5 = 7 + 2, 5 + 8 = 8 + 5, leading to the equation 1 + 3 = 5 + X.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of not solving homework questions or assessments, suggesting that such discussions may have real-life implications.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the uniqueness of the solution or the appropriateness of discussing assessment questions. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the missing number.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of clarity on the specific rules governing the number sequence and the potential for multiple interpretations of the patterns presented.

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TL;DR
pattern numbers
these are a pattern of number sequence asked in assessment for new employee , what could be the missed number
9 1 6 4
4 5 7 2
5 8 8 5
1 3 5 X

is says the equation could be limited to (addition, subtraction, division and multiplying)
 
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9-6=4-1
4-7=2-5
5-8=5-8
1-5=X-3
X=-1
 
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kardo said:
TL;DR Summary: pattern numbers

these are a pattern of number sequence asked in assessment for new employee , what could be the missed number
9 1 6 4
4 5 7 2
5 8 8 5
1 3 5 X

is says the equation could be limited to (addition, subtraction, division and multiplying)
Is the solution unique?

Here is one

9 + 1 = 6 + 4
4 + 5 = 7 + 2
5 + 8 = 8 + 5
1 + 3 = 5 + X
 
Please refrain from posting questions and answers (!) that could affect decisions in real life.

We don't do it in case of car accidents, so we shouldn't do it in the realm of assessments. Furthermore, we do not solve homework questions, of any kind.

Thank you.
 

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