Find the missing number? 5, 16, 49, _________, 181

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Find the missing number?
5, 16, 49, _________, 181

  1. A.

    100

  2. B.

    140

  3. C.

    104

  4. D.

    150

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Correct answer: C

Answer: 104

Explanation:

Each term is obtained by adding successive odd multiples of 11: +11, +33, +55, +77.

  • 5 + 11 = 16

  • 16 + 33 = 49

  • 49 + 55 = 104

  • 104 + 77 = 181

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