In a geometric progression with positive common ratio

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Problem

In a geometric progression with positive common ratio, the 3rd term is 8 and the sum of the first three terms is 14. Find the common ratio. (a)

-\dfrac{2}{3}

(b)

\dfrac{3}{2}

(c)

2

(d)

\dfrac{1}{2}