Question

Find the Missing Number:
53, 53, 40, 40, 27, 27, .........

• A. 12
• B. 14
• C. 27
• D. 53

Hint:

In alternating number patterns, observe the repetitions and the arithmetic progressions to identify the next number in the sequence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let's analyze the pattern in the sequence:
- The numbers alternate between 53 and 40 and 27.
- The pattern of numbers is:
53, 53, 40, 40, 27, 27.
Each number repeats twice, and the sequence decreases by 13 each time:
- From 53 to 40, the difference is -13.
- From 40 to 27, the difference is -13.
Following this pattern, the next number after 27 will also be 14, as we are again decreasing by 13.
Thus, the missing number is \( \boxed{14} \).
Therefore, the correct answer is \( \boxed{2} \).