Question

    The first, second and fourth terms of a ratio are 4, 6

    and 12 respectively. So what will be the third term? 
    A 8 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 14 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 10 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    We are given: First term (A) = 4, Second term (B) = 6 & Fourth term (D) = 12 Third term (C) = ?  In a proportion, the terms are in the form: A : B = C : D So, A/B = C/D Or, 4/6 = C/12 Or, C = (4 x 12)/6 C = 8

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