If the 2nd term of a G.P is \( \frac{8}{9} \) and the 6th term is \( 4\frac{1}{2} \). Find the common ratio.

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Mathematics - 2016 Subject: General Mathematics

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If the 2nd term of a G.P is \( \frac{8}{9} \) and the 6th term is \( 4\frac{1}{2} \). Find the common ratio.

Answer Details
T2 =  8 9 , T6 = 4 1 2
ar =  8 9
ar5 =  9 2
a r a r 5  =  8 9  x  2 9
1 r 4  =  16 81
r =  81 16 4  = 

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