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Hi guys,
In a geometric progression, the second term exceeds the first term by 20 and the fourth term exceeds the second term by 15. Find the possible values of the first term.
ar - a = 20
ar3 - ar = 15
ar = 20 + a
(20 + a)3 - (20 + a) = 15
But this method seem to be wrong. Any help?
In a geometric progression, the second term exceeds the first term by 20 and the fourth term exceeds the second term by 15. Find the possible values of the first term.
ar - a = 20
ar3 - ar = 15
ar = 20 + a
(20 + a)3 - (20 + a) = 15
But this method seem to be wrong. Any help?