To determine the $n$-th term of the sequence given, let's examine the pattern.

The sequence is: $5, 8, 13, 20, 29, \dots$

Observing the differences between consecutive terms: $8 - 5 = 3, \quad 13 - 8 = 5, \quad 20 - 13 = 7, \quad 29 - 20 = 9$

The differences are increasing by 2 each time, suggesting this is a quadratic sequence. For a quadratic sequence, the $n$-th term generally follows the form: $a_n = an^2 + bn + c$

To find the values of $a$, $b$, and $c$, let's use the terms we have:

1. For $n = 1$: $a(1)^2 + b(1) + c = 5$ (1)
2. For $n = 2$: $a(2)^2 + b(2) + c = 8$ (2)
3. For $n = 3$: $a(3)^2 + b(3) + c = 13$ (3)

Substituting these into equations and solving will allow us to find $a$, $b$, and $c$, leading to the general formula for the $n$-th term.

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Questions to deepen understanding:

1. What are quadratic sequences, and how do they differ from linear sequences?
2. Why does a quadratic sequence have second-order differences?
3. How is the formula for the $n$-th term of a sequence derived?
4. Can we find the $n$-th term for any sequence with a formula?
5. What are common sequences (like arithmetic and geometric), and how are they identified?

Tip

Look for consistent differences between terms to identify if a sequence is arithmetic, geometric, or quadratic.