Find the next number in the pattern 5, 10, 15, 20, ?
Answer
25
The correct answer is 25 — Add 5 to the last term 20 to get 25.
Step-by-step solution
- Observe the difference between consecutive terms.
- 10-5 = 5
- 15-10 = 5
- 20-15 = 5
- The pattern adds 5 each time.
- Add 5 to the last term 20 to get 25.
Common mistake: Adding wrong amount or skipping the pattern
Concept tested: Simple arithmetic addition pattern
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