1. The problem is to find the next number in the sequence: 5, 11, 23, 47, ? 2. Let's analyze the pattern by looking at the differences between consecutive terms: $$11 - 5 = 6$$ $$23 - 11 = 12$$ $$47 - 23 = 24$$ 3. The differences are 6, 12, and 24, which seem to be doubling each time. 4. If this pattern continues, the next difference should be: $$24 \times 2 = 48$$ 5. Adding this difference to the last term: $$47 + 48 = 95$$ 6. Therefore, the next number in the sequence is 95. Final answer: 95 (Option C)