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Look at this series: 1, 5, 13, 25, 41, ... What number should come next?

A. 51
B. 57
C. 61
D. 63
E. None of these

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The given series is in pattern + 4, + 8, + 12, + 16, ...............
So, the missing term = 41 + 20 = 61