Find the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the series given below: 20, 62, 189, 571, 1718, ?
A5160 ✓ Correct
B2160
C3160
D4660
Correct answer: (A) 5160
Explanation
The next number is 5160.
The rule is next = term x 3 + a counter that increases by 1.
20 x 3 + 2 = 62, 62 x 3 + 3 = 189.
189 x 3 + 4 = 571, 571 x 3 + 5 = 1718.
1718 x 3 + 6 = 5160.
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