Pair

• Two objects that are similar in form or function and are used together as a single entity form a Pair.

More about Pair

• Coordinate pair x, y is represented as (x, y).

Example of Pair

• The above figure shows a pair of shoes.

Solved Example on Pair

Identify the figure that does not represent a pair.

Choices:
A. Figure 1
B. Figure 2
C. Figure 3
D. Figure 4
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Step 1: One pair = 2
Step 2: Here, Figures 1, 2, and 4 have sets of two objects and Figure 3 has only one butterfly.
Step 3: So, Figure 3 does not represent a pair.

Related Terms for Pair

• Function

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