Find the next number in the series: 2, 3, 8, 27, 112, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the next number in the series: 2, 3, 8, 27, 112, ?
A. 555
B. 550
C. 565
D. 560
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
2×1+1=3, 3×2+2=8, 8×3+3=27, 27×4+4=112, 112×5+5=565.

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