Question:

Find the missing term in the following series:
\[ 1K1,\ 1M3,\ 1Q7,\ \_\_\_,\ 2W3 \]

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In mixed series (numbers + letters), break the pattern into parts and analyze each independently.
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
  • 1S9
  • 2U0
  • 2T1
  • 1R7
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Observe patterns separately in numbers and letters:
  • First number
  • Middle letter
  • Last number

Step 1: Analyze the letters.
\[ K,\ M,\ Q,\ ?,\ W \] Positions in alphabet: \[ K(11),\ M(13),\ Q(17),\ ?,\ W(23) \] Pattern: \[ +2,\ +4,\ +2,\ +4 \] So, \[ Q(17) + 2 = S(19) \]
Step 2: Analyze the last numbers.
\[ 1,\ 3,\ 7,\ ?,\ 3 \] Pattern: \[ \times 2 + 1 \] \[ 1 \rightarrow 3 \rightarrow 7 \rightarrow 15 \] So missing number = 15 → last digit = 9
Step 3: Analyze the first numbers.
\[ 1,\ 1,\ 1,\ ?,\ 2 \] Pattern: stays 1 for first four terms, then becomes 2. So missing first number = 1. Final term: \[ 1S9 \]
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
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