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If (p-3,2p+1,5p-7) are consecutive terms of an AP, what are (p) and the common difference?
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Correct answer: (p=6,d=10)
Equating differences gives (p+4=3p-8), so (p=6) and (d=10). For three consecutive terms, set second minus first equal to third minus second.
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(p=6,d=10)
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Equating differences gives (p+4=3p-8), so (p=6) and (d=10). For three consecutive terms, set second minus first equal to third minus second.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Arithmetic Progressions (AP). Topic: Introduction to APs and common difference..
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