Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?
2, 3, 6, 10, 17, 28, ?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer is option 2 i.e. 46
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Understanding |
Application |
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2, 3, 6, 10, 17, 28 Observe the difference of consecutive terms. |
3 – 2 = 1 6 – 3 = 3 10 – 6 = 4 17 – 10 = 7 28 – 17 = 11 Now, 1 + 3 = 4, 3 + 4 = 7, 4 + 7 = 11 Then, 7 + 11 = 18 Hence, next term = 28 + 18 = 46 |