Explanation:

Let’s break it down:

- The numbers in the set (3, 15, 123) have some pattern.

- If you look at the gaps: 3 to 15 is +12, 15 to 123 is +108. The jump grows rapidly.

- Try another pattern—multiply:

- 3 × 5 = 15

- 15 × 8.2 = 123. Not a clean pattern.

- Let’s look for cubic or square relationships.

- 3^1 = 3, 3^2 = 9, 3^3 = 27 — no.

- What about this? 3, 3×5=15, 15×8.2=123. Not helpful...

- Let’s try: Each number = previous × n + m

- 3×5=15 (ok).

- 15×8+3=123

- Now, let’s test options using a similar model.

Option:1 (8, 63, 998)

- 8×7+7=63, 63×15.8=993.4? No rhythm.

Option:2 (5, 36, 341)

- 5×7+1=36, 36×9.47=341? No clean fit.

Option:3 (2, 26, 125)

- 2×13=26, 26×4.8=125? Off.

Option:4 (4, 24, 214)

- 4×6=24, 24×8+22=214

But, if you compare:

- Given: 3×5=15, 15×8+3=123.

- Your choice: 4×6=24, 24×8+22=214 (but not exact).

Actually, none match the given pattern exactly, BUT option 4 is the closest in construction (multiple, then multiply and add something). So,

Option:4 (4, 24, 214) is the most similar.