Find the mean proportional between 26 and 77. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the mean proportional between 26 and 77.
A. 103
B. 47
C. 88
D. 44
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mean proportional = √(26 × 77) = √(2002) = 44.

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Question #1
Two numbers are in the ratio 13:6 and their sum is 485. Find the numbers.
A. 342 and 131
B. 306 and 158
C. 650 and 300
D. 325 and 150

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Numbers = 13k and 6k. 13k + 6k = 485 ⇒ k = 25. Thus, numbers are 325 and 150.

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Question #2
If a:b = 2:4 and b:c = 4:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 4:8:12
B. 1:4:7
C. 2:5:6
D. 2:4:6

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Combine ratios: a:b = 2:4, b:c = 4:6 ⇒ a:b:c = 2:4:6.

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Question #3
Find the mean proportional between 11 and 38.
A. 20
B. 49
C. 40
D. 23

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mean proportional = √(11 × 38) = √(418) = 20.

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