Find the next number in the series: 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the next number in the series: 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 24
D. 20
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Each term is the sum of the previous two terms: 8+13=21.

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In a certain code language, '253' means 'books are old', '546' means 'man is old' and '378' means 'buy good books'. What stands for 'are' in that code?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 2
D. 3

Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option B


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