Find the next term in the geometric sequence: 3, 9, 27, 81,

251

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243

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273

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253

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Solution

The correct option is B 243
In the given sequence, the consecutive terms are formed by multiplying the preceding term by 3.

1 × 3 = 3
3 × 3 = 9
9 × 3 = 27
27 × 3 = 81

So, the next term in the geometric sequence will be
81 × 3 = 243

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