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Recognize the pattern in the given series and select the correct answer from the given alternatives. 44,40,34, ?,16,4

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Recognize the pattern in the given series and select the correct answer from the given alternatives.

44,40,34, ?,16,4
  1. 28
  2. 26
  3. 21
  4. 19

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - 26
Differences are 4, 6, 8, 10, 12: 44-4=40, 40-6=34, 34-8=26, 26-10=16, 16-12=4. Missing term 26.

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