1.   Choose the correct alternative that will continue the same pattern and replace the question mark in the given series.
1, 1, 4, 8, 9, 27, 16, ?

A. 32
B. 64
C. 81
D. 256

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The series consists of squares and cubes of consecutive natural numbers i.e. 1², 1³, 2². 2³, 3², 3³. 4². ....... So missing term = 4³ = 64.