WAEC Further Mathematics 2010 Question 17

Question 17

Sequences and Series

The third term of geometric progression (G.P.) is 10 and the sixth term is 80. Find the common ratio.

  1. A.2
  2. B.3
  3. C.4
  4. D.8
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (2)

Explanation

ar5 ÷ ar2 = 80 ÷ 10, so r3 = 8 and r = 2.