JEE Main · 2026 · 02 Apr 2026 · Shift 2 · Sequences and Series

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Let be an A.P. and be an increasing G.P. If and , then is equal to :
  1. (A)81
  2. (B)76
  3. (C)62
  4. (D)55✓ Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

Here ; let the A.P. have common difference and the G.P. common ratio . From , , so . From , ; substituting gives , i.e. . As the G.P. is increasing, and . Then and , so .

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