Multiple choice

Find the missing number in the given number series. 28, 32, 23, 39, 14, 50, ?

  1. 1

  2. 5

  3. 14

  4. 24

  5. 62
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This series alternates between adding and subtracting consecutive squares: 28 + 2² = 32, 32 - 3² = 23, 23 + 4² = 39, 39 - 5² = 14, 14 + 6² = 50. Following the pattern, subtract 7² (49): 50 - 49 = 1. The other options don't fit this alternating square pattern.

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