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If the binomial expansion of \( (a+b x)^{-2} \) is \( \frac{1}{4}-3 x+\ldots \), then the values of \( a \) and \( b \) are
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Options:
  • A \( 2,12 \)
  • B \( 2,10 \)
  • C \( 1,12 \)
  • D \( 2,6 \)
Solution:
1501 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: \( 2,12 \)

We have

a+bx-2=a-21+bxa-2

                 =a-21-2bxa+3b2x2a2-....

                  =1a2-2bxa3+3b2x2a4-       ....i

We have

a+bx-2=14-3x+...    ....ii

Comparing i and ii, we get

1a2=14a=2

And,

2ba3=3

2b=323b=12

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