17: 136: 27: ?
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
243
To find the missing term, look at how the first pair of numbers is related:Look at the number 17:
The sum of its digits is 1 plus 7, which equals 8
17 multiplied by 8 gives 136
Apply the same rule to the number 27:
The sum of its digits is 2 plus 7, which equals 9
27 multiplied by 9 gives 243
Therefore, the correct choice is C) 243.
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