Question

What is the next number in the pattern?

2916, -972, 324, -108, 36...

Answer 1

This is an exponentially growing/shrinking number system. Each is divided by -3, starting with 2916. Divide 36 by -3. You'll result with -12.

Answer: -12
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Answer 2

It's a geometric progression and the next number in the pattern is -12

First number = 2916

Second number = -972

Third number = 324

Fourth number = -108

Fifth number = 36

The above numbers have a common ratio which is:

= 2916/-972

= -3

Since we know the common ratio, we can then calculate the next number. This will be:

= 36/-3

= -12

Therefore, the next number is -12.

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