Multiple choice

Find the wrong number in the given series. 32, 36, 46, 56, 72

  1. 46

  2. 32

  3. 56

  4. 72
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The series follows: +4, +10, +10, +16 (32 to 36 to 46 to 56 to 72). The correct pattern should be: +4, +8, +12, +16, making it 32, 36, 44, 56, 72. Therefore 46 breaks the arithmetic progression of differences. Each difference increases by 4.

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