Multiple choice

Directions: Find the missing term of the series given below. 12, 38, 132, ______, 2760, 16578

  1. 548

  2. 416

  3. 664

  4. 798

  5. None of these
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Explanation

The pattern is: 12*3 + 2 = 38, 38*3 + 18 = 132, 132*4 + 20 = 548, 548*5 + 20 = 2760. The pattern is slightly inconsistent, but 548 fits the sequence logic.

AI explanation

The series follows an alternating multiplication pattern combined with an increasing subtraction. Multiplying 12 by 3 and subtracting 4 yields 32, not 38, meaning the series uses an alternate initial path. Working backwards from 2760 divided by 6 plus 5 gives 465, which also breaks the chain, but testing the provided options reveals the intended logic. Multiplying 132 by 4 and subtracting 20 gives 508, and using the exact multiplier of 4.121 reveals the intended bridge is actually adding 16, making 132 times 4 plus 20 equal to 548. The missing term is 548.

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