Number Series · Question 4 · Easy
Find the next number in the series: 5, 8, 12, 17, 23, ?
- 28
- 29
- 30
- 31
Answer and explanation
Answer: C. 30
Explanation: The differences are +3, +4, +5, +6, so the next difference is +7: 23 + 7 = 30.
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