Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
(2, 1, 5)
(5, 12, 22)
(6, 2, ?)
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13- Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed).
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 14.
The Logic here used is: (First Number × 2 + Second Number) = Third Number
(2, 1, 5)
2 × 2 = 4
4 + 1 = 5
(5, 12, 22)
5 × 2 = 10
10 + 12 = 22
Similarly,
(6, 2, ?)
6 × 2 = 12
12 + 2 = 14
Hence, 14 is the correct answer.