Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let's analyze each sequence given in the problem to determine if it is a geometric sequence.
A geometric sequence has the form , or equivalently, the ratio between consecutive terms is constant.
Sequence Analysis
a)
- Here, depends linearly on . The ratio is not constant.
- Conclusion: Not a geometric sequence.
b)
- Simplify the expression: .
- Clearly, this is in the form of a geometric sequence with and first term .
- Conclusion: Geometric sequence, , .
c)
- Rewrite: .
- This is in the form of a geometric sequence with and .
- Conclusion: Geometric sequence, , .
d)
- Rewrite: .
- This is in the form of a geometric sequence with and .
- Conclusion: Geometric sequence, , .
e) Recursive sequence:
U_0 &= -7, \\ U_{n+1} &= 0.9 \cdot U_n. \end{aligned}$$ - Each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by $$0.9$$. - This defines a geometric sequence with $$q = 0.9$$ and $$U_0 = -7$$. - **Conclusion**: Geometric sequence, $$q = 0.9$$, $$U_0 = -7$$. --- **f)** Recursive sequence: $$\begin{aligned} U_1 &= 15, \\ U_{n+1} &= \frac{3}{U_n}. \end{aligned}$$ - The ratio between consecutive terms is not constant because $$U_{n+1}$$ depends inversely on $$U_n$$. - **Conclusion**: Not a geometric sequence. --- ### **Summary** - **a)** Not geometric - **b)** Geometric, $$q = 6$$, $$U_0 = 12$$ - **c)** Geometric, $$q = \frac{3}{5}$$, $$U_0 = \frac{1}{5}$$ - **d)** Geometric, $$q = 10$$, $$U_0 = -3$$ - **e)** Geometric, $$q = 0.9$$, $$U_0 = -7$$ - **f)** Not geometric --- Do you have any questions or would you like further clarification on a specific sequence? ### Follow-up Questions: 1. How is the ratio $$q$$ calculated for a geometric sequence? 2. Why is the sequence $$U_n = 6n$$ not geometric? 3. What happens to recursive sequences if their ratio changes? 4. Can a sequence be geometric if its terms alternate between positive and negative? 5. How do we check the first term of a recursive geometric sequence? **Tip**: Always simplify the general term of a sequence before checking if it is geometric.Ask a new question for Free
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometric Sequences
Sequence Analysis
Recursive and Explicit Formulas
Formulas
Geometric sequence: U_n = U_1 * q^(n-1)
Common ratio: q = U_(n+1) / U_n
Theorems
Definition of a Geometric Sequence
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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