Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

1 , 8 , 28 , 56 , _ What would come next in the blanks?

  1. 68

  2. 78

  3. 70

  4. 98

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The sequence follows a pattern: 1 + 7 = 8, 8 + 20 = 28, 28 + 28 = 56, 56 + 14 = 70. The differences are: 7, 20, 28, 14. While not perfectly regular, 70 is the logical next term as 56 + 14 = 70 fits the pattern.