Complete the series: 3, 5, 10, 12, 24, 26, ____.
Q1. Complete the series: 3, 5, 10, 12, 24, 26, ____.
Answer: 52
Explanation: The pattern alternates +2 and ×2: 3→5→10→12→24→26→52. 52 is correct because it matches what the question requires. Show the calculation clearly when solving similar quantitative items.