Choose the correct alternative that will continue the same pattern and replace the question mark (?), in the given number of series.
3, 5, 10, 14, 17, 23, 24, ?

​​Given:

3, 5, 10, 14, 17, 23, 24, ?

Logic:
The series is divided into two alternate sub-series (odd and even positions).

Explanation:
Odd-position terms:
3 → 10 → 17 → 24
Each term increases by +7.

Even-position terms:
5 → 14 → 23 → ?
Each term increases by +9.

So,
? = 23 + 9 = 32

Thus, correct option is (a).