Multiple choice

In the following number series, a wrong number is given. Identify the wrong number that does not follow the given pattern. 2 6 24 96 285 568 567

  1. 6

  2. 96

  3. 24

  4. 568

  5. 567
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Pattern: ×2, ×4, ×4, ×2.97, ×2 (not consistent). 2×3=6, 6×4=24, 24×4=96, 96×2.97≈285 (WRONG, should be 288 or 480 depending on pattern). If pattern is ×2, ×3, ×4, ×5, ×6: 2×3=6, 6×4=24, 24×5=120 (not 96). If ×3, ×4, ×4, ×3, ×2: 96×3=288 (not 285). Number 285 breaks the pattern.

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