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What is the third term of the geometric sequence 2, 6, 18, ...?

  1. 36

  2. 42

  3. 54

  4. 72

The correct answer is: 54

The incorrect options are A: 36 - This answer is incorrect because it is the fourth term of the sequence rather than the third term. B: 42 - This answer is incorrect because it does not follow the pattern of the geometric sequence. The common ratio between each term is not multiplied by 2. D: 72 - This answer is incorrect because it is the fifth term of the sequence and not the third term.