Multiple choice

Directions: In the given number series only one number is wrong. Find out the wrong number. 4, 3, 9, 34, 96, 219, 435

  1. 4

  2. 9

  3. 34

  4. 435
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Pattern: x*1-1, x*3+0, x*4-2... The series is 4, 3, 9, 34, 96, 219, 435. Checking differences: -1, 6, 25, 62, 123, 216. These are (n^3-2). 435 is the outlier.

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