Find the next term of the series: 33, 38, 48, 53, ?
A54
B60
C63
D58
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 58
1. Differences alternate: +5, +10, +5, then +10? Check: 33→38 (+5), 38→48 (+10), 48→53 (+5).
2. The next difference repeats +5 in the alternating +5/+10 pattern.
3. 53 + 5 = 58.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.31._
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