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Select the correct answer from the given alternative. Sum to infinity of a G.P. 5, -52,54,-58,516,... is –

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Select the correct answer from the given alternative.

Sum to infinity of a G.P. 5, `-5/2, 5/4, -5/8, 5/16,...` is –

Options

  • 5

  • `-1/2`

  • `10/3`

  • `3/10`

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Solution

Sum to infinity of a G.P. 5, `-5/2, 5/4, -5/8, 5/16,...` is `10/3`

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Chapter 2: Sequences and Series - Miscellaneous Exercise 2.1 [Page 41]

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Balbharati Mathematics and Statistics (Arts and Science) Part 2 [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 2 Sequences and Series
Miscellaneous Exercise 2.1 | Q I. (7) | Page 41

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