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Find the next number in the series: 2, 6, 14, 30, 62, ?

1. 126
2. 124
3. 128
4. 130

Correct answer: 126

Solution

The pattern is: each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by 2 and then adding 2. So, 2 → 6 → 14 → 30 → 62 → 126. Hence, the next number is 126.

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