What is the next term in the following number series ? 3, 14, 39, 84, ?,…
2023
What is the next term in the following number series ?
3, 14, 39, 84, ?, .........
Answer: B. 155 — The series follows a pattern based on differences between consecutive terms. Calculating the first differences yields 11, 25, and 45. The second differences…
- A.
176
- B.
155
- C.
142
- D.
186
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Correct answer: B
The series follows a pattern based on differences between consecutive terms. Calculating the first differences yields 11, 25, and 45. The second differences are 14 and 20, showing a constant third difference of 6. Predicting the next term involves adding 71 to 84, resulting in 155.
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