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The 288th term of the sequence a, b, b, c, c, c, d, d, d, d, ... is:
The 288th term of the sequence a, b, b, c, c, c, d, d, d, d, ... is:
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The k-th letter of the alphabet repeats k times; use the triangular number formula n(n+1)/2 to locate term 288.
Updated On: Jul 14, 2026
- u
- v
- w
- x
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Running totals: after w(23rd letter)=276, after x(24th letter)=300. Term 288 falls in x's block (277-300).
Final Answer: x, option (4).
Final Answer: x, option (4).
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