Find the missing term: 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing term: 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, ?
A. 320
B. 300
C. 280
D. 240
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is multiplied by 2: 10×2=20, 20×2=40, 40×2=80, 80×2=160, so 160×2=320.

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