Multiple choice general knowledge

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. 4

  2. 6

  3. 2

  4. 3
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Using pigeonhole principle: with 2 colors available, drawing 3 socks guarantees at least 2 of the same color. Worst case: first 2 socks are different colors (1 red, 1 white). The 3rd sock must match one of them, completing a pair. Options A and B are too high; C is incorrect as 2 socks might not match.

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