Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark in the given series 101 182 118 167 ........

Logical Reasoning (CPO) Number series

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

101, 182, 118, 167, ?

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SSC CPO 10th Nov 2022 Shift 2

131

156

128

142

- To find the missing number, observe the pattern in the series: 101, 182, 118, 167, ?

- Look for a possible alternating pattern or consistent operation that relates these numbers.

- 101 to 182: Add 81.

- 182 to 118: Subtract 64.

- 118 to 167: Add 49.

- 167 to ?: Following the pattern, subtract 36.

- So, calculate 167 - 36 = 131.

- Option:1 - 131: Fits the logic perfectly.

- Option:2 - 156: Doesn't fit the derived pattern.

- Option:3 - 128: Doesn't follow the subtraction by 36.

- Option:4 - 142: Incorrect based on the established pattern.

Correct Answer: Option 1 - 131

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