Math Problem Statement

Rewrite the geometric sequence in function form. g_n = 3 * (1/4)^(n-1), f(x) = __.

Solution

The geometric sequence given in the image is:

gn=3(14)n1g_n = 3 \cdot \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^{n-1}

To rewrite this sequence in function form, we substitute nn with xx, since we're expressing it as a function of xx:

f(x)=3(14)x1f(x) = 3 \cdot \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^{x-1}

Thus, the function form of the sequence is:

f(x)=3(14)x1f(x) = 3 \cdot \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^{x-1}

Would you like more details on geometric sequences, or have any other questions?

Related questions:

  1. What is the general formula for a geometric sequence?
  2. How can you find the nth term of a geometric sequence?
  3. What is the common ratio of a geometric sequence, and how do you identify it?
  4. How do you find the sum of the first nn terms of a geometric series?
  5. What happens to the terms of a geometric sequence as nn increases, particularly when the common ratio is between 0 and 1?

Tip:

When working with geometric sequences, remember that the common ratio determines whether the terms will grow or shrink as nn increases.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometric Sequences
Functions
Exponents

Formulas

General formula for geometric sequence: g_n = a * r^(n-1)
Function form: f(x) = a * r^(x-1)

Theorems

Geometric sequence formula
Exponent rules

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10