Let , and , terms of a non-constant A.P. be respectively the , and terms of G.P. If the first term of A.P. is 1 then the sum of first 20 terms is equal to-
- (A)980
- (B)960
- (C)990
- (D)970✓ Correct
Answer: (D)
Solution
Let the A.P. have first term and common difference . Its terms are , and these form a G.P., so
.
Since the A.P. is non-constant, .
Sum of the first 20 terms:
.
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Since the A.P. is non-constant, .
Sum of the first 20 terms:
.
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