Multiple choice

A series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct option from the given options and complete the series. 3, 2, 6, 8, 18, 40, 72, 240, ?

  1. 360

  2. 340

  3. 440

  4. 432
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The series has two interleaved patterns. Odd positions: 3, 6, 18, 72 (multiply by 2, 3, 4). Even positions: 2, 8, 40, 240 (multiply by 4, 5, 6). The next term (position 9) is 72 × 5 = 360.

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