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Find the wrong term in the series: 3, 6, 11, 19, 27, 38

1. 38
2. 19
3. 11
4. 27

Correct answer: 19

Solution

The intended pattern is +3, +5, +7, +9, +11. Starting from 3, the series should be 3, 6, 11, 18, 27, 38. So 19 is the wrong term; it should be 18.

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