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In the following number series, two numbers have been put within brackets. Select the most appropriate option for these numbers in relation to their inclusion in the series.
1, 5, 17, (39), 65, 101, (145), 197
Given that series 1, 5, 17, (39), 65, 101, (145), 197
the above is the pattern followed by given Below
$$ 0^2+1, 2^2 +1, 4^2+1, (6^2+1), 8^2+1, 10^2+1, (12^2+1), 14^2+1$$
$$\Rightarrow 1, 5, 17, (37), 65, 101, (145), 197$$
from the above, we can say Fist Bracket number is incorrect and the second bracket number is correct.
therefore Option (D) The First Bracketed number from the left is incorrect and the second bracketed number from the left is correct.
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