Find the missing term: 2, 5, 11, 23, 47, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing term: 2, 5, 11, 23, 47, ?
A. 93
B. 95
C. 96
D. 94
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is multiplied by 2 and 1 is added: 2×2+1=5, 5×2+1=11, 11×2+1=23, 23×2+1=47, so next is 47×2+1=95.

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