Math Problem Statement

Which sequence is geometric?

Solution

To identify which of the sequences in the image is geometric, we need to check if there is a consistent ratio between consecutive terms.

Let's analyze each sequence:

  1. {3, 6, 24, 36, ...}

    • Ratio between the first two terms: 63=2\frac{6}{3} = 2
    • Ratio between the second and third terms: 246=4\frac{24}{6} = 4
    • Since the ratios are not consistent, this is not a geometric sequence.
  2. {10, 50, 250, 1250, ...}

    • Ratio between the first two terms: 5010=5\frac{50}{10} = 5
    • Ratio between the second and third terms: 25050=5\frac{250}{50} = 5
    • Ratio between the third and fourth terms: 1250250=5\frac{1250}{250} = 5
    • Since the ratios are consistent, this is a geometric sequence.
  3. {14, 19, 24, 29, ...}

    • Difference between terms: 1914=519 - 14 = 5, 2419=524 - 19 = 5, 2924=529 - 24 = 5
    • This is an arithmetic sequence, not geometric.
  4. {50, 40, 30, 20, ...}

    • Difference between terms: 4050=1040 - 50 = -10, 3040=1030 - 40 = -10, 2030=1020 - 30 = -10
    • This is also an arithmetic sequence, not geometric.

Conclusion:

The second sequence {10, 50, 250, 1250, ...} is the geometric sequence.

Would you like further clarification or details on geometric sequences?


  1. How do you find the common ratio in a geometric sequence?
  2. What is the general form of a geometric sequence?
  3. Can a geometric sequence have a common ratio of 1?
  4. How do arithmetic and geometric sequences differ in their behavior?
  5. How would you find the nth term of a geometric sequence?

Tip: In a geometric sequence, multiplying the previous term by the common ratio gives you the next term.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Sequences
Geometric Sequences
Ratios

Formulas

Common ratio: r = a_(n+1) / a_n

Theorems

Properties of geometric sequences

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10