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JEE Main 2019Binomial Theorem Question with Solution

From: JEE Main 2019 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot

Question

If the fourth term in the binomial expansion of (x > 0) is 20 × 87, then a value of x is :

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Correct answer
B82

Step-by-step explanation



Given T4 = 20 × 87

= 20 × 87

20 = 20 × 87

= 86

Taking both side

() = 6

- 3 = 6

- = 2

( - 2)( + 1) = 0

= 2 or = -1

x = 82 or x =

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