1.  Choose the correct alternative that will continue the same pattern and replace the question mark in the given series : 1, 5, 14, 30, 55, 91, ?

A. 130
B. 140
C. 150
D. 160

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The pattern is + 4, + 9, + 16, + 25, + 36, .....i. e. + 2² , + 3², + 4², + 5², + 6² ,........ So, missing term = 91 + 7² = 91 + 49 = 140.