Find the missing term: 5, 11, 23, 47, 95, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the missing term: 5, 11, 23, 47, 95, ?
A. 191
B. 187
C. 189
D. 188
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is multiplied by 2 and 1 is added: 5×2+1=11, 11×2+1=23, 23×2+1=47, 47×2+1=95, so next is 95×2+1=191.

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