Find the next number in the series: 5, 11, 19, 29, 41, ?
- A. 51
- B. 55 ✓
- C. 53
- D. 57
Correct answer
B. 55
Explanation
The difference between terms increases by 2 each time (6,8,10,12), so the next difference is 14, giving 41 + 14 = 55.
B. 55
The difference between terms increases by 2 each time (6,8,10,12), so the next difference is 14, giving 41 + 14 = 55.