Question

identify the pattern in the list of numbers. then use this pattern to find the next number.
5, 6, 11, 17, 28, 45, ___
fill in the next number in the list.
5, 6, 11, 17, 28, 45, □

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the pattern of sums

Check the sum of consecutive numbers: \(5 + 6 = 11\), \(6 + 11 = 17\), \(11 + 17 = 28\), \(17 + 28 = 45\).

Step2: Find the next number

Following the pattern, the next number is the sum of the last two numbers: \(28 + 45 = 73\).

Answer:

73