NDA2022MathematicsSequences and SeriesActual
Paragraph: Let P be the sum of first n positive terms of an increasing arithmetic progression A . Let Q be the sum of first n positive terms of another increasing arithmetic progression B . Let P: Q=(5 n+4):(9 n+6) Question: What is the ratio of the first term of A to that of B ?
Options
- A1 3
- B2 5
- C3 4
- D3 5
Correct answer
D. 3 5
Step-by-step solution
Given that S_n S_n^ = 5 n+4 9 n+6 Put n=1 aligned & S₁ S₁^ = 5+4 9+6 = a₁ a₁^ & a₁ a₁^ = 9 15 = 3 5 aligned