Number Series

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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.

Q 1.20, 19, 17, ? , 10

A)15
B)14
C)13
D)12
Answer : Option B

Explanation:
The Pattern is - 1, - 2,-3..
.'. Missing number = 17 - 3 = 14.

Q 2.2, 3, 5, 7, 11, x

A)12
B)14
C)13
D)15
Answer : Option C

Explanation:
Clearly, the given series consists of prime numbers starting from 2.
The prime number after 11 is 13.
So, 13 is the missing number.

Q 3.1, 6, 13, 22, 33,___?

A)44
B)45
C)42
D)46
Answer : Option D

Explanation:
The pattern is + 5, + 7, + 9, + 11,...
.'. Missing number = 33 + 13 = 46.

Q 4.6, 11, 21, ___, 56,?

A)36
B)34
C)32
D)37
Answer : Option A

Explanation:
The pattern is + 5, + 10, + 15,+20,+....
.'. Missing Number = 21 + 15 = 36


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