Directions: A question is followed by two statements numbered (1) and (2). Using the information provided and general knowledge, decide whether the information given is sufficient to solve the problem.
If a, b and c are positive integers such that a < b < c and X= b2(a - c)2 then is X an odd integer?
(1) a, b and c are consecutive integers
(2) a and c are odd, and b is even
A
Statement (1) ALONE is sufficient, but statement (2) ALONE is NOT sufficient
B
Statement (2) ALONE is sufficient but statement (1) ALONE is NOT sufficient
C
BOTH statements TOGETHER are sufficient but NEITHER statement ALONE is sufficient
D
EACH statement ALONE is sufficient
E
Statement (1) and (2) TOGETHER are NOT sufficient
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