Multiple choice

A series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct option from the given ones that will complete the sequence. $285, 253, 221, 189, (?)$

  1. $122$
  2. $153$
  3. $157$
  4. $148$
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The pattern is: 285 - 32 = 253, 253 - 32 = 221, 221 - 32 = 189. Each term decreases by 32. The next term: 189 - 32 = 157. Option C is correct.

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