The next number in the sequence 2, 8, 18, 32, 50, …. is :
Q. The next number in the sequence 2, 8, 18, 32, 50, …. is :
Answer: 72
Notes: The given sequence is based on the following pattern : $latex 2\xrightarrow{+6}8\xrightarrow{+10}18\xrightarrow{+14}32\xrightarrow{+18}50\xrightarrow{+22}\underline{72}&s=1$ Hence, 72 will be the next number in this sequence. Option [B] is the right answer.