Arithmetic Progressions
CBSE 2026 Board Exam Set 1 (Code 30/7/1)
CBSE_BOARD_PYQ_2026_30_7_1
Grade 10
Question:
[Section A]
The $10^{\text{th}}$ term of the A.P. $-5, -2, 1, 4, \dots$ is:
(A) $22$
(B) $27$
(C) $24$
(D) $-32$
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept: $a_n = a + (n - 1)d = -5 + 9(3) = 22 + 5 = 27$.
Sol. (B) $27$. [1.0 Mark]
Correct Answer: (B) $27$
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