Look at these series: 14, 28, 20, 40, 32, and 64. What number should come next?
Correct answer: B. 56
- A. 52
- B. 56
- C. 96
- D. 128
Explanation
If we notice the pattern, we are doubling a number, and then subtracting 8 from the product. This pattern is continuing throughout the series. 14, double it, 28, subtract 8, 20, double it, 40, subtract 8, 32, double it, 64If we continue this pattern, then .......... 64, subtract 8, 56Hence, 56 is our new number. So, option B is the correct option.
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