What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following number series? 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following number series? 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, ?
A. 28
B. 27
C. 18
D. 29
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The series consists of consecutive prime numbers starting from 7: 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, 29. Therefore, the next prime number after 23 is 29.[reference:3]

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