Math Problem Statement

hat is the formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence?

Solution

The formula for the nn-th term of an arithmetic sequence is:

an=a1+(n1)da_n = a_1 + (n - 1) \cdot d

Where:

  • ana_n is the nn-th term,
  • a1a_1 is the first term of the sequence,
  • dd is the common difference between consecutive terms,
  • nn is the term number.

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Here are five related questions:

  1. How do you find the common difference dd in an arithmetic sequence?
  2. Can you derive the formula for the sum of the first nn terms of an arithmetic sequence?
  3. How is an arithmetic sequence different from a geometric sequence?
  4. How do you determine whether a given sequence is arithmetic?
  5. What happens if the common difference dd is negative?

Tip: In an arithmetic sequence, the common difference dd remains constant throughout the sequence.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Sequences
Algebra

Formulas

a_n = a_1 + (n - 1) * d

Theorems

Arithmetic sequence formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10