Question

What comes next in the series?
2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?

• A. 36
• B. 40
• C. 42
• D. 44

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Let's observe the pattern:

2 → 6   (+4)
6 → 12   (+6)
12 → 20   (+8)
20 → 30   (+10)
30 → ?   (+12)

So, the next term is:

30 + 12 = 42