Find the odd man out? 12, 48, 168, 502, 1260

The given series is 12, 48, 168, 502, 1260

12

12 x 4 = 48

48 x 3.5 = 168

168 x 3 = 504

504 x 2.5 = 1260

Hence, the odd man out in the given series is 502.