Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

What is the next number in the series 1,6,12,24,48,__

  1. 90

  2. 1

  3. 96

  4. 97
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Explanation

The pattern is: 1×6=6, then each subsequent term doubles: 6×2=12, 12×2=24, 24×2=48. Continuing: 48×2=96. The first multiplier (6) is exceptional; thereafter it's consistently ×2.

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