Explanation:

Let’s break it down, step by step:

- The series goes: 61, 70, 95, ?, 225, 346.

- First, look for the pattern in the gaps between numbers:

70 - 61 = 9

95 - 70 = 25

? - 95 = ?

225 - ? = ?

346 - 225 = 121

- Notice something? 9, 25, and 121 are all perfect squares: 3², 5², 11².

- Let’s see if this sequence fits: next would be 7² = 49, and then maybe 9² = 81.

Let’s test by filling in:

- After 95, add 49: 95 + 49 = 144

- After 144, add 81: 144 + 81 = 225

- After 225, add 121: 225 + 121 = 346

Here’s what this really means:

Option 2—144—makes the series work perfectly.

Options review:

- Option 1: 136 – Not fitting.

- Option 2: 144 – Fits the perfect square addition pattern. ??

- Option 3: 182 – No connection with squares in sequence.

- Option 4: 132 – Doesn’t fit.