Let's look at the pattern in the series:
The given series is:
3, 10, 24, ?, 73, 108
We can notice the pattern by analyzing the differences between consecutive terms:
- 10 - 3 = 7
- 24 - 10 = 14
Now, let’s find the difference between the next number and 24.
- 73 - ? = 49
Thus, the missing number is:
24 + 28 = 52
So, the correct number that fits in the pattern is 52.
Thus, the correct answer is (C).