Multiple choice

Find the wrong term in the given series. 8, 7, 11, 12, 14, 17, 17, 22, ?

  1. 20

  2. 27

  3. 24

  4. 25

  5. 26
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This is an alternating series. Pattern 1 (odd positions): 8, 11, 14, 17, 20, 23... (+3 each time). Pattern 2 (even positions): 7, 12, 17, 22... (+5 each time). The series at position 9 should follow Pattern 1: 17 + 3 = 20. So the next term is 20, making option A correct.

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