Math Problem Statement
2 4 6 8 10 nth term arithmetic sequence
Solution
To find the -th term of an arithmetic sequence, we use the formula:
where:
- is the first term of the sequence,
- is the common difference, and
- is the term number.
For the sequence :
- The first term .
- The common difference .
Substitute these values into the formula:
Simplify this expression:
So, the -th term of the sequence is:
Summary
For the sequence , the -th term is given by:
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Here are five related questions to extend understanding:
- What is the sum of the first terms of this arithmetic sequence?
- How would you find the common difference if it were not given?
- Can you derive the formula for the -th term of an arithmetic sequence in general?
- What is the 15th term of this sequence?
- How would the formula change if the common difference were negative?
Tip: In an arithmetic sequence, the common difference 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