Multiple choice

A series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series. $5.2, 4.8, 4.4, 4, (?)$

  1. $3$
  2. $3.3$
  3. $3.5$
  4. $3.6$
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The series decreases by 0.4 each time: 5.2-4.8=0.4, 4.8-4.4=0.4, 4.4-4=0.4. Continuing this pattern: 4-0.4=3.6. This is a simple arithmetic progression with common difference -0.4.

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