JEE Main2011MathematicsSequences and SeriesActual
A man saves Rs. 200 in each of the first three months of his service. In each of the subsequent months his saving increases by Rs. 40 more than the saving of immediately previous month. His total saving from the start of service will be Rs. 11040 after
Options
- A19 months
- B20 months
- C21 months
- D18 months
Correct answer
C. 21 months
Step-by-step solution
array ccccccc 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 & 6 & . 200 & 200 & 200 & 240 & 280 & . & array Sum =11040120+80+160+40+200+240+ =11040 n 2 [2 a+(n-1) d]+80+40=11040 n 2 [240+(n-1) 40]=10920n[6+n-1]=546n(n+5)=546n=21