Math Problem Statement
This is the first 5 terms of a sequence
− 1 , 2 , 5 , 8 , 11 −1,2,5,8,11 What is the nth term of this sequence?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Arithmetic Sequences
Algebra
Formulas
General formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence: a_n = a_1 + (n-1) * d
Theorems
Arithmetic Sequence Theorem: In an arithmetic sequence, the difference between consecutive terms is constant.
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9
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