In following question, a number series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative that will same pattern and fill in the blank spaces.
3, 8, 13, 24, 41,
A
70
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B
75
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C
80
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D
85
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Solution
The correct option is A 70 The pattern followed is : nth term + (n + 1) th term + (n + 1) = (n + 2) the term. Thus, 1st term + 2nd term + 2 = 3rd term; 2nd term + 3rd term + 3 = 4th term and so on. ∴ Missing number = 6th term = 4th term + 5th term = 5 = 24 + 41 + 5 = 70.