PRC-2 · Chapter 3 · Question 6 of 45
What is the 6th term of the following geometric progression: 1000, 800, 640...?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) 327.68
Explanation
The common ratio 'r' is found by 800/1000 = 0.8. The 6th term is calculated as a*r^(n-1) = 1000 * (0.8)^5 = 1000 * 0.32768 = 327.68.
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