Find the missing term: 1, 3, 7, 15, 31, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing term: 1, 3, 7, 15, 31, ?
A. 63
B. 64
C. 65
D. 62
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is double plus 1: 1×2+1=3, 3×2+1=7, 7×2+1=15, 15×2+1=31, so next is 31×2+1=63.

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