Question:
What comes next in the series?
2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?
What comes next in the series?
2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?
2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?
Updated On: Jan 16, 2026
- 36
- 40
- 42
- 44
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
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
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