Let denote the sum of the first terms of an arithmetic progression (A.P.) whose first term is and the common difference is . Let
The sum is
The sum is
- (A)
- (B)✓ Correct
- (C)
- (D)
Answer: (B)
Solution
For an A.P. with first term and common difference :
Using standard formulas:
Simplifying gives .
Using standard formulas:
Simplifying gives .
JEE Advanced · 2007 · 08 Apr 2007 · Paper 1 · Single correct option