I beleive it is a because both variable could change
The answer to A) 700
The answer to B) 250
I am not sure but answer can be 1,5 or 96 and ir Can be wrong but ı am trying to help you
The rule is -3, then +2
24-3 = 21
21 + 2 = 23
23-3= 20
20+2= 22
22-3= 19
19+2 = 21
21-3= 18
18+2 = 20