1.   Choose the correct alternative that will continue the same pattern and replace the question mark in the given series.
3, 15, ?, 63, 99, 143.
A. 27
B. 35
C. 45
D. 56

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The terms of the given series are (2² - 1 ), (4² - 1 ),......, (8² - 1), (10² - 1), (12² - 1). So missing term = (6² - 1) = (36 - 1) = 35.