Multiple choice

In the following number series one number is given wrong find the number? 23 48 147 560 2965 17796

  1. 23

  2. 147

  3. 560

  4. 2965

  5. 17796
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Analyzing the pattern: 23 × 2 + 2 = 48, then 48 × 3 + 3 = 147 (should be 147), then 147 × 4 + 4 should be 592, but the series shows 560. Continuing: 560 × 5 + 5 = 2805 (not 2965), showing inconsistency. The correct third term after 147 should be 147 × 4 + 4 = 592, not 560. Option C (560) is the wrong number that breaks the pattern.

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