Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the expression \( \sum_{i=0}^4 X_{2i} \) using the given data set and round the result to 1 significant figure.

Solution

Let's break this problem into steps.

The task is to evaluate the summation i=04X2i\sum_{i=0}^4 X_{2i} using the given data, and round the result to 1 significant figure.

Step 1: Identify X2iX_{2i}

We need to compute the values of X2iX_{2i} for i=0,1,2,3,4i = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4. The subscript 2i2i refers to even indices in the data set.

  • When i=0i = 0, 2i=02i = 0. However, there is no X0X_0 in the table, so it is likely excluded.
  • When i=1i = 1, 2i=22i = 2. From the table, X2=1.2X_2 = -1.2.
  • When i=2i = 2, 2i=42i = 4. From the table, X4=15=0.2X_4 = \frac{1}{5} = 0.2.
  • When i=3i = 3, 2i=62i = 6. From the table, X6=12X_6 = 12.
  • When i=4i = 4, 2i=82i = 8. From the table, X8=0.1i=03iX_8 = -0.1 \cdot \sum_{i=0}^3 i.

Step 2: Evaluate i=03i\sum_{i=0}^3 i for X8X_8

The summation i=03i=0+1+2+3=6\sum_{i=0}^3 i = 0 + 1 + 2 + 3 = 6.

Thus, X8=0.16=0.6X_8 = -0.1 \cdot 6 = -0.6.

Step 3: Summation i=04X2i\sum_{i=0}^4 X_{2i}

Now, compute the summation of the X2iX_{2i} values: i=04X2i=X2+X4+X6+X8=1.2+0.2+120.6\sum_{i=0}^4 X_{2i} = X_2 + X_4 + X_6 + X_8 = -1.2 + 0.2 + 12 - 0.6

Simplify step by step: 1.2+0.2=1.0-1.2 + 0.2 = -1.0 1.0+12=11.0-1.0 + 12 = 11.0 11.00.6=10.411.0 - 0.6 = 10.4

Step 4: Round to 1 Significant Figure

Rounding 10.410.4 to 1 significant figure gives 10.

Final Answer:

10\boxed{10}

Would you like further clarification on any step or related questions? Here are some questions for deeper understanding:

  1. How are indices and subscripts used in summation problems like this one?
  2. What is the significance of rounding in numerical problems?
  3. How can you simplify summations involving arithmetic series like i=03i\sum_{i=0}^3 i?
  4. How would the result change if one term were incorrect or missing in the table?
  5. How do you verify calculations involving multiple steps?

Tip: Always double-check values extracted from a table or data set to avoid errors in subsequent calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Summation
Arithmetic Series
Rounding
Evaluation of Expressions

Formulas

\( \sum_{i=0}^n i = \frac{n(n+1)}{2} \)
Rounding to 1 significant figure

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11