What is the value of P and Q in the following number series? 2, 0, 6, 6, 12,…
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What is the value of P and Q in the following number series?
2, 0, 6, 6, 12, 24, P, Q, .............
- A.
48, 96
- B.
20, 60
- C.
12, 120
- D.
48, 50
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Correct answer: B
The series consists of two interleaved sequences. The first sequence is 2, 6, 12, P with differences of 4, 6, and 8. The second sequence is 0, 6, 24, Q with differences of 6, 18, and 36. Calculating the next terms gives P equals 20 and Q equals 60.