SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 87

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q87

In the following number series, two numbers have been put within brackets. Study the series carefully and select the correct alternative with respect to the series.

3, 9, (27), 81, (243), 729, 2187

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Both the bracketed numbers are correct.

Understanding

Given series: 3, 9, (27), 81, (243), 729, 2187

The logic used here is:

31 = 3

32 = 9

33 = 27

34 = 81

35 = 243

36 = 729

37 = 2187

Both the bracketed numbers are correct.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.