1.  Choose the best alternative.
42 : 56 ; ; 72 : ?

A. 81
B. 90
C. 92
D. 100

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Clearly, 42 = 6 × 7; 56 = 7 × 8; 72 = 8 × 9. So, missing number = 9 × 10 = 90.