Question:
The sum of first two terms of a G.P. is 1 and every term is twice the previous term. The first term of the G.P. is ____________.
Solution:
Let a, ar, ar2, ....... arn–1 defines a G.P
According to given condition,
ar = 2a
i.e r = 2 and a + ar = 1
a(1 + r) = 1
a(1 + 2) = 1
i. e $a=\frac{1}{3}$
i.e first term of g.p is $\frac{1}{3}$