In a geometric progression (a_3=20) and (a_6=160). If (r) is positive what is (r)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (2)
(\frac{a_6}{a_3}=r^3=\frac{160}{20}=8), so (r=2). In exams the ratio of distant terms gives a power based on position gap.
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(2)
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(\frac{a_6}{a_3}=r^3=\frac{160}{20}=8), so (r=2). In exams the ratio of distant terms gives a power based on position gap.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Sequences and Progressions. Topic: Geometric Progression.
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