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Question

If the pth, qth, rth terms of an A.P are in G.P, then the common ratio of the G.P is

A

$\frac{pr}{q^2}$

B

$\frac{r}{p}$

C

$\frac{q+r}{p+q}$

D

$\frac{q-r}{p-q}$

Answer

$\frac{q-r}{p-q}$

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (D): $\frac{q-r}{p-q}$