Math Problem Statement

  1. Find the next three terms of each sequence.

b) 225, 45, 9, 1.8,...

Solution

Let's analyze the given sequence: 225,45,9,1.8,225, 45, 9, 1.8, \dots.

Each term is being divided by the same number to get the next term, which suggests this is a geometric sequence. To find the common ratio, divide the second term by the first term:

r=45225=0.2r = \frac{45}{225} = 0.2

So, the common ratio is 0.20.2. Now, we can find the next three terms by multiplying each term by 0.20.2.

  1. The next term after 1.81.8 is: 1.8×0.2=0.361.8 \times 0.2 = 0.36

  2. The term after 0.360.36 is: 0.36×0.2=0.0720.36 \times 0.2 = 0.072

  3. The term after 0.0720.072 is: 0.072×0.2=0.01440.072 \times 0.2 = 0.0144

Thus, the next three terms are: 0.36,0.072,0.01440.36, 0.072, 0.0144.

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Here are five questions to expand on this topic:

  1. What is a geometric sequence, and how is it different from an arithmetic sequence?
  2. How do you find the common ratio in a geometric sequence?
  3. Can you find the sum of an infinite geometric sequence? Under what conditions is this possible?
  4. What is the formula for the nn-th term of a geometric sequence?
  5. How would the sequence change if the common ratio were negative?

Tip: In geometric sequences, the common ratio can be found by dividing any term by the previous one, ensuring consistent progression.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometric Sequence
Common Ratio

Formulas

Common Ratio r = a(n+1) / a(n)
Next Term = Current Term * Common Ratio

Theorems

Geometric Progression

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8