If the pth and qth terms of a G.P. are q and p respectively, show that (p + q)th term is

Given: pth and qth terms of a G.P. are q and p


Formula Used: Tn = arn-1


So, we get,


q = arp-1 …(1)


p = arq-1…(2)


To Prove:


Proof:


Divide (1) by (2), we get






Substituting we get,




L.H.S = arp+q-1






L.H.S = R.H.S


Hence, Proved.


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