In the following question, select the missing number from the given series.
3, 5, 7, 9, ?
- A10
- B11
- C12
- D13
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
The given series consists of consecutive odd numbers starting from 3, or an arithmetic progression with a common difference of 2:
3+2=5
5+2=7
7+2=9
9+2=11
Therefore, the missing number is 11.
3+2=5
5+2=7
7+2=9
9+2=11
Therefore, the missing number is 11.