NDA2019MathematicsSequences and SeriesActual
What is the Fourth term of an AP of n terms whose sum is n ( n +1) ?
Options
- A6
- B8
- C12
- D20
Correct answer
B. 8
Step-by-step solution
Given, sum of n terms (S_n )=n(n+1) We know, T _ n = S _ n - S _ n -1 aligned & =[ n ( n +1)]-[( n -1)( n -1+1)] & = n ( n +1)-( n -1) n & = n ( n +1- n +1) & =2 n & Fourth term, T ₄=2(4)=8 aligned