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    In the following expression which number should be added so that it becomes a complete square?  1+3+7+9+11+13
    Question

    In the following expression which number should be added so that it becomes a complete square?
     1+3+7+9+11+13

    A.

    3

    B.

    5

    C.

    1

    D.

    7

    Correct option is B

    Given:
    1+3+7+9+11+13
    Concept Used :
    The sum of consecutive odd numbers is a perfect square
    Solution:
    Current Sum
    1+3+7+9+11+13 = 44
    Check for the Nearest Perfect Square Greater than 44
    To make 44 into a perfect square, we need to add a number to bring it to the nearest non-negative perfect square.
    The nearest perfect square greater than 44 is 49 
    Number to Add
    To make the sum 49 , we need to add:
      = 49 - 44 = 5

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