What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following number series? 7, 10, 15, 22, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following number series? 7, 10, 15, 22, ?
A. 31
B. 33
C. 29
D. 35
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The differences are: 3, 5, 7. These are consecutive odd numbers. The next difference is 9. Therefore, 22+9=31.

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