Question

Find the missing term in the given series 5, 2, 7, 9, 16, 25, ?

• A. 41
• B. 45
• C. 48
• D. 52

Hint:

Look for addition of previous two terms to find the next term in series; this is a variation of Fibonacci pattern.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The sequence is constructed as follows: - 7 = 5 + 2 - 9 = 2 + 7 - 16 = 7 + 9 - 25 = 9 + 16 This pattern indicates that each number, starting from the third, is the sum of the two preceding numbers, analogous to the Fibonacci sequence. Consequently, the subsequent number in the series is: \[ 16 + 25 = 41. \]