Ready for a challenge? This classic puzzle will test your logical thinking and number-crunching skills. In this puzzle, there’s a missing number that you need to find based on the pattern. It’s trickier than it seems!
Are you up for it? Let’s dive in and see if you can crack the code.
The Puzzle:
What number should replace the question mark?
3, 6, 9, 12, ?
Hint: This sequence is based on a simple arithmetic progression.
How to Approach It
Look at the numbers carefully. How do they change from one to the next? Is there a consistent pattern or rule?
Ready for the Answer?
If you’ve been thinking about the pattern, here’s the solution:
Solution:
- The numbers increase by 3 each time.
- Starting from 3, we have:
3 → 6 → 9 → 12 → 15 - So, the missing number is 15.
How Did You Do?
Did you crack the missing number puzzle? If not, don’t worry — these puzzles are great practice for sharpening your brain! Want to try more? Let me know, and I’ll challenge you further!