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A person has 14 red socks and 14 white socks in a drawer. What is the minimum number of socks that he should take to get a correct pair?

  1. 15

  2. 4

  3. 14

  4. 3
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Explanation

According to the Pigeonhole Principle, if there are 2 colors of socks, the first two socks could be different (one red, one white). The third sock must match one of the first two, guaranteed to complete a pair. Thus, 3 socks are required.

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