PRC-2 · Chapter 3 · Question 5 of 45
In a geometric progression, how is the relationship between consecutive terms defined?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) By multiplying the previous term by a constant ratio.
Explanation
A geometric progression is mathematically formed when each subsequent term in the sequence is linked by multiplying the previous term by a constant, known as the common ratio.
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