SOLUTION: 1) What will be the next number in this series ? 3. 8. 23. ?

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Question 775870: 1) What will be the next number in this series ?
3. 8. 23. ?
Answer by oscargut(2103) About Me  (Show Source):
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I think the rule is: Multiply by 3 and substract 1

3x3 - 1 = 9-1 = 8
8x3 -1 = 24-1 = 23
23x3-1= 69-1 = 68
Answer: 68
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