If the geometric mean of a set of numbers is zero, which statement must be true? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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If the geometric mean of a set of numbers is zero, which statement must be true?

A. All numbers are negative.

B. All numbers are zero.

C. At least one number is zero.

D. All numbers are equal.

Answer: Option C

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Geometric mean becomes zero if any observation is zero.

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