Question:

If in the expansion of (2x+14x)ⁿ, T₃ = 7T₂ and the sum of the binomial coefficients of second and third terms is 36, then the value of x is:

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Compare ratios of consecutive terms.
Updated On: Mar 17, 2026
  • -(1)/(3)
  • -(1)/(2)
  • (1)/(3)
  • (1)/(2)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

n1+n2=36 n=8 T₂ = 81(2x)⁷((1)/(4x)) , T₃=82(2x)⁶((1)/(4x))² Given T₃=7T₂, solving gives: x=\frac12
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