Math Problem Statement

A sequence which consecutive terms have a common difference is an __________.

Solution

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  1. A sequence in which consecutive terms have a common difference is an arithmetic sequence.

  2. A sequence is finite if its domain is a set of positive integers {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, ..., n} which has a last term, nn.

  3. The number dd in an=a1+(n1)da_n = a_1 + (n - 1)d is called the common difference of any two consecutive terms in an arithmetic sequence.

  4. The sum, SnS_n, of the arithmetic sequence with first term, a1a_1, and nth term, ana_n, is given by Sn=n2(a1+an)S_n = \frac{n}{2}(a_1 + a_n).

  5. The nth term, ana_n, of an arithmetic sequence with first term, a1a_1, and common difference, dd, is given by an=a1+(n1)da_n = a_1 + (n - 1)d.


Would you like more detailed explanations for these formulas or concepts?

Here are 5 related questions to further your understanding:

  1. How is the formula for the sum of an arithmetic sequence derived?
  2. What is the difference between arithmetic and geometric sequences?
  3. Can an arithmetic sequence have a negative common difference?
  4. How would you find the sum of a sequence if only the first and common difference are given?
  5. How does the common difference influence the behavior of an arithmetic sequence?

Tip: In an arithmetic sequence, the common difference remains constant, meaning each term increases or decreases by the same amount compared to the previous term.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Sequence
Finite Sequences
Sum of Arithmetic Sequences
Common Difference

Formulas

a_n = a_1 + (n - 1)d
S_n = (n/2)(a_1 + a_n)

Theorems

Arithmetic sequence theorem: A sequence of numbers in which the difference of any two successive members is a constant.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10