In the following question, select the missing number from the given series.
142, 150, 123, 187, 62, ?

Correct option is D

Given: 142, 150, 123, 187, 62, ?
Logic: The pattern of differences seems to follow the sequence: +8, -27, +64, -125, +216
From 142 to 150: 150−142= +8
From 150 to 123: 123−150= −27
From 123 to 187: 187−123= +64
From 187 to 62: 62−187= −125
Following this logic, the next difference should be +6³
So, the next number should be
62+216=278.
Correct answer is (d) 278