Explanation:

- Let's break down the series: 1728, 1717, 1696, 1662, 1618, 1563.

- Observe the differences between terms:

- \(1728 - 1717 = 11\)

- \(1717 - 1696 = 21\)

- \(1696 - 1662 = 34\)

- \(1662 - 1618 = 44\)

- \(1618 - 1563 = 55\)

- The differences sequence should follow a pattern, but it seems inconsistent.

- Assume a pattern based on increasing differences: 11, 21, 33, 44, 55, which should be consistent.

- The error lies in the sequence difference between 1696 and 1662, where the correct difference should be 33.

1696 is the wrong term since this disrupts the expected pattern.

Correct Answer: Option: 3 - 1696