SSAT Math Question 506: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 506

10. What is the next term in this sequence?

2, 3, 5, 9, …

  • A. 7
  • B. 11
  • C. 13
  • D. 15

Correct Answer: E

Explanation:

E is correct. The rule for this sequence is to double the previous number and then subtract 1.

9 × 2 − 1 = 18 − 1 = 17

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