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SubjectsReasoningVerbal ReasoningChapter 1 — Series1.1 Number Series

Topic 1.1 · Reasoning · Series

Number Series

Number Series is studied as part of "Series" (Verbal Reasoning) in Reasoning. Number, alphabet and mixed series test pattern recognition — the fastest-scoring area of reasoning.

In the examination context, number series carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.

Important Facts

Number series
Follow an arithmetic or geometric pattern
Alphabet series
Positions A=1 ... Z=26
Prime numbers
2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13...
Square series
1, 4, 9, 16, 25...

Key Points

  • Number series — Follow an arithmetic or geometric pattern
  • Alphabet series — Positions A=1 ... Z=26
  • Prime numbers — 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13...
  • Square series — 1, 4, 9, 16, 25...

Important Names

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Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »Memorise alphabet positions and reverse positions (A=26). Look for differences, ratios and alternating patterns.

Related topics

1.2 Alphabet Series1.3 Letter & Symbol Series1.4 Mixed & Wrong-Number Series
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