Multiple choice

A number series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative which will complete the series. $88, 44, 47, 23.5, 26.5, ?$

  1. $12.12$
  2. $13.25$
  3. $15.15$
  4. $10.13$
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The series alternates between dividing by 2 and adding 3. Starting with 88: 88 ÷ 2 = 44; 44 + 3 = 47; 47 ÷ 2 = 23.5; 23.5 + 3 = 26.5; 26.5 ÷ 2 = 13.25. The missing term is 13.25 (option B).

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