Find the next number in the pattern 2, 4, 8, 14, 22, ___?

Step-by-step solution

1. Compute successive differences: $4-2=2$, $8-4=4$, $14-8=6$, $22-14=8$.
2. Notice the differences increase by $2$ each step: $2,4,6,8$.
3. The next difference should be $8+2=10$.
4. Add this to the last term: $22+10=32$.
5. Thus the next number is $32$.

Concept tested: Sequence with linear difference growth

Published 7 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked