The weighted harmonic mean of values 2 and 3 with weights 3 and 2 respectively is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The weighted harmonic mean of values 2 and 3 with weights 3 and 2 respectively is:
A. 2.4
B. 2.5
C. 2.31
D. 2.8
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Weighted HM = (Σw) / Σ(w/x) = 5 / (3/2 + 2/3) = 5 / (1.5 + 0.6667) = 5/2.1667 ≈ 2.3077.

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