Question

Identify the odd one out in the sequence:
5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16

• A. 5
• B. 7
• C. 12
• D. 14

Hint:

Always observe sequences for patterns in parity (odd/even), differences, or positioning. Odd-one-out questions often hinge on one element not following the rule.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Let’s analyze the pattern:

• All numbers except 12 are either odd or follow a consistent pattern.
• 5, 7, 9 are consecutive odd numbers.
• 14, 16 are consecutive even numbers (in step of 2).
• But 12 breaks the pattern:
  • It is an even number placed between 9 (odd) and 14 (even).
  • If the pattern were fully odd or even separately, 11 or 13 would be expected.

Hence, 12 is the only number that disrupts the otherwise symmetric sequence. % Final Answer Therefore, the odd one out in the sequence is 12.