Multiple choice

Find the wrong number in the following number series. $406, 527, 429, 508, 444, 493$

  1. 527

  2. 429

  3. 444

  4. 508

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The series follows a pattern of alternating +121 and -98: 406+121=527, 527-98=429, 429+79=508 (should be 429+121=550). The number 429 breaks the pattern as it gives 508 instead of 550. Option B is correct.

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