Find the missing term: 1, 4, 13, 40, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing term: 1, 4, 13, 40, ?
A. 122
B. 121
C. 119
D. 120
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is multiplied by 3 and 1 added: 1×3+1=4, 4×3+1=13, 13×3+1=40, so 40×3+1=121.

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