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In the next world cup of cricket, there will be 12 teams divided equally into two equal groups. Team of each group will play a match against other teams of the group. From each group, 3 top teams will qualify for next round. In this round, each team will play against each other. Four top teams of this round will qualify for semifinals and play against each other and then two top teams will go to final where they play the best of three matches. How much minimum number of matches in the next world cup will be?

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A54
B53
C38
D43
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Correct Answer

Option b53

All Options:

  • A54
  • B53
  • C38
  • D43

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Detailed Solution & Explanation

Let's analyze the tournament stage by stage:
1. **Group Stage**:
- 12 teams are divided equally into 2 groups of 6 teams each.
- In each group, each team plays against all other teams once.
- Number of matches per group = 6C2=6×52=15\displaystyle ^6C_2 = \frac{6 \times 5}{2} = 15 matches.
- Total Group Stage matches = 15×2=30\displaystyle 15 \times 2 = 30 matches.
2. **Super 6 Round**:
- 3 top teams from each group qualify (total 6 teams).
- Each team plays against every other team once in this round.
- Number of matches = 6C2=15\displaystyle ^6C_2 = 15 matches.
3. **Semifinals**:
- 4 top teams qualify.
- They play against each other (in a round-robin stage to determine final rankings):
- Number of matches = 4C2=6\displaystyle ^4C_2 = 6 matches.
4. **Finals**:
- 2 top teams play a best-of-three matches series.
- The minimum number of matches to decide the winner is 2 (if one team wins the first two matches).
Summing the minimum number of matches across all stages:
Total Minimum Matches=30 (group)+15 (Super 6)+6 (semifinals)+2 (final)=53 matches\text{Total Minimum Matches} = 30 \text{ (group)} + 15 \text{ (Super 6)} + 6 \text{ (semifinals)} + 2 \text{ (final)} = 53 \text{ matches}
Hence, **Option B** is the correct answer.

About This Chapter: Permutations and Combinations

Paper

Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude

Weightage

4-6 Marks

Key Topics

Factorials, Permutations, Combinations

This chapter deals with the fundamental principles of counting. It covers factorials, circular permutations, restricted permutations, combinations, and the differences between selecting items versus arranging them.

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Exam Strategy Tip

The most common mistake is confusing 'P' (Arrangement) with 'C' (Selection). If order matters (like opening a lock), use P. If order doesn't matter (like choosing a team), use C.

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