Binomial Theorem And Its Simple Applications Question 42

Question: The largest term in the expansion of $ {{(3+2x)}^{50}} $ where $ x=\frac{1}{5} $ is

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Options:

A) 5th

B) 51st

C) 7th

D) 6th

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • $ 3^{50}{{( 1+\frac{2x}{3} )}^{50}} $

$ \therefore ,\frac{{T_{r+1}}}{T_{r}}\ge 1,\Rightarrow 102-2r\ge 15r\Rightarrow r\le 6 $