Math Problem Statement

how would 217341 come next in this pattern: 1, 3, 5, 7, ...

Solution

The given sequence is:

1, 3, 5, 7, ...

It follows a simple pattern where each term is incremented by 2 from the previous term. This can be described as an arithmetic sequence with the first term a1=1a_1 = 1 and the common difference d=2d = 2.

So, the next terms are:

  • After 7, the next term would be 7+2=97 + 2 = 9.
  • After 9, the next term would be 9+2=119 + 2 = 11, and so on.

However, 217341 does not fit directly into this arithmetic sequence, as it's far larger than the terms we've seen so far.

If you are asking how 217341 fits into a broader sequence or how this number is derived, it might be from a more complex pattern or a misinterpretation of the question. Could you clarify how 217341 relates to the pattern you're asking about?

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Sequences
Patterns
Sequences

Formulas

nth term of an arithmetic sequence: a_n = a_1 + (n - 1) * d

Theorems

Arithmetic sequence theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7