Multiple choice

Find the missing term in the given series. 8, 9, 7, 8, 6, 7, 5, ?

  1. 4

  2. 9

  3. 5

  4. 6

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The series alternates between two patterns: add 1, then subtract 2, repeating. 8+1=9, 9-2=7, 7+1=8, 8-2=6, 6+1=7, 7-2=5, 5+1=6. The next term is 6.