Functions and Custom Characters, Number Properties

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O(x) represents the least odd integer greater than x, whereas o(x) represents the greatest odd integer less than x.

Likewise, E(x) represents the least even integer greater than x, whereas e(x) represents the greater even integer less than x.

According to these definitions, the value of O(3.2) + E(–1.7) + o(–1.3) + e(2.7) is:

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 6

The OA is C

Source: Manhattan Prep

[Jay@ManhattanReview]

O(x) represents the least odd integer greater than x, whereas o(x) represents the greatest odd integer less than x.

Likewise, E(x) represents the least even integer greater than x, whereas e(x) represents the greater even integer less than x.

According to these definitions, the value of O(3.2) + E(–1.7) + o(–1.3) + e(2.7) is:

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 6

The OA is C

Source: Manhattan Prep

O(3.2) + E(–1.7) + o(–1.3) + e(2.7) = 4 – 2 – 1 + 3 = 4

Correct answer: C

Hope this helps!

-Jay
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