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MDCAT Logical Reasoning QUESTION #4430
Question 1
The virus spreads rapidly in the town. It infected the people — First day: $8$, Second day: $16$, Third day: $32$. What will the number of infected people be on the next day?
  • 44 people
  • 56 people
  • 64 people✔️
  • 74 people
Correct Answer Explanation
The number of infected people doubles each day: $8 \rightarrow 16 \rightarrow 32 \rightarrow\ ?$. This is a geometric progression with common ratio $r = 2$. Next term $= 32 \times 2 = 64$ people.