JEE MainMathematicsSequences and SeriesMCQ+4 / −1
If the arithmetic mean of two numbers a and b, a > b > 0, is five times their geometric mean, then is equal to :
- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: D
- Given condition
The arithmetic mean of and is five times their geometric mean:
So,
- Use the identity involving
We know:
Now,
Hence,
Therefore,
Since , we take the positive root.
- Find the required ratio
We need
Substitute:
Cancel :
Rationalizing:
- Match with options
So the correct option is D.
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