Question : Directions: Select the missing number in the pattern from the given responses.
Option 1: 298
Option 2: 299
Option 3: 499
Option 4: 199
Correct Answer: 299
Solution :
In the given figure, the pattern can be observed running in the clockwise direction. Starting from 2, the pattern followed is –
(2 × 2) + 1 = 5; (5 × 2) – 1 = 9; (9 × 2) + 1 = 19; (19 × 2) – 1 = 37; (37 × 2) + 1 = 75; (75 × 2) – 1 = 149; (149 × 2) + 1 = 299
So, 299 is the missing number. Hence, the second option is correct.
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