Sequence And Series Question 225

Question: If $ a,\ b,\ c $ are in A.P., then $ 3^{a},\ 3^{b},\ 3^{c} $ shall be in

[Pb. CET 1990]

Options:

A) A.P.

B) G.P.

C) H.P.

D) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

As given $ 2b=a+c $
$ \Rightarrow 3^{2b}={3^{a+c}} $ or $ {{(3^{b})}^{2}}=3^{a}.\ 3^{c}\ i.e.\ 3^{a},\ 3^{b},\ 3^{c} $ are in G.P. Note: Students should remember this question as a fact.