Multiple choice

What is the next term in the given series? 31, 26, 21, .........

  1. 19

  2. 17

  3. 16

  4. 20

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The series follows an arithmetic progression with common difference of -5: 31, 26, 21, 16. Each term decreases by 5 from the previous term. The next term after 21 is 21 - 5 = 16.