Math Problem Statement

2 4 6 8 10 nth term arithmetic sequence

Solution

To find the nn-th term of an arithmetic sequence, we use the formula:

an=a+(n1)da_n = a + (n - 1)d

where:

  • aa is the first term of the sequence,
  • dd is the common difference, and
  • nn is the term number.

For the sequence 2,4,6,8,10,2, 4, 6, 8, 10, \ldots:

  • The first term a=2a = 2.
  • The common difference d=42=2d = 4 - 2 = 2.

Substitute these values into the formula:

an=2+(n1)2a_n = 2 + (n - 1) \cdot 2

Simplify this expression:

an=2+2n2=2na_n = 2 + 2n - 2 = 2n

So, the nn-th term of the sequence is:

an=2na_n = 2n

Summary

For the sequence 2,4,6,8,10,2, 4, 6, 8, 10, \ldots, the nn-th term is given by: an=2na_n = 2n

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Here are five related questions to extend understanding:

  1. What is the sum of the first nn terms of this arithmetic sequence?
  2. How would you find the common difference if it were not given?
  3. Can you derive the formula for the nn-th term of an arithmetic sequence in general?
  4. What is the 15th term of this sequence?
  5. How would the formula change if the common difference were negative?

Tip: In an arithmetic sequence, the common difference dd can be found by subtracting any term from the term that follows it.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Sequence
Algebra
Linear Sequences

Formulas

a_n = a + (n - 1)d

Theorems

Formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8