Solve the Problem Using Inductive Reasoning $\mathrm { s } _ { 18 } = 36$

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem using inductive reasoning.
-Find the 18th square number that corresponds to the following dot sequence.

A) $\mathrm { s } _ { 18 } = 36$
B) $s 18 = 361$
C) $s _ { 18 } = 171$
D) $s _ { 18 } = 324$