Find the missing number in the series: 2, 7, 24, 77, ?, 783 MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing number in the series: 2, 7, 24, 77, ?, 783
A. 250
B. 246
C. 238
D. 254
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Pattern: 2×3+1=7, 7×3+3=24, 24×3+5=77, 77×3+7=238, 238×3+9=783. The added numbers are consecutive odd numbers.

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