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Question
If –5, x, 3 are three consecutive terms of an A.P., then the value of x is ______.
Options
– 2
2
1
– 1
Solution
If –5, x, 3 are three consecutive terms of an A.P., then the value of x is – 1.
Explanation:
– 5, x, 3 in A.P.
∴ x – (– 5) = 3 – x
x + 5 = 3 – x
2x = – 2
x = – 1
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