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Which number comes next in the series? 5, 16, 49, 104, _____

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Which number comes next in the series?
5, 16, 49, 104, _____
  1. 115
  2. 141
  3. 161
  4. 181

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D - 181
Differences are 11, 33, 55, then 77 (odd multiples of 11): 104 + 77 = 181.

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