PRC-2 · Chapter 3 · Question 13 of 45
The second term of a given geometric progression is exactly half of the first term. If the first term is denoted by 'a', what is the common ratio 'r'?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) 1/2
Explanation
In a geometric progression, the second term is calculated as a*r. Since the problem states a*r = a/2, solving for the common ratio 'r' yields 1/2.
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