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Question
In an AP, T_4 + T_8 = 24 and T_6 + T_{10} = 44. Find the first term a.
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
We have 2a + 10d = 24 (so a + 5d = 12) and 2a + 14d = 44 (so a + 7d = 22). Subtracting gives 2d = 10, d = 5, and a = 12 - 25 = -13.
Hint
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