Math Problem Statement
Write an explicit formula for a, start subscript, n, end subscriptan, the n, start superscript, th, end superscriptnthterm of the sequence 2, comma, minus, 2, comma, minus, 6, comma, point, point, .2,−2,−6,....
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Sequences
Arithmetic Progressions
Alternating Signs
Formulas
an = (-1)^(n+1) * (4n - 2)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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