Math Problem Statement
Write a recursive formula for a, start subscript, n, end subscripta n , the n, start superscript, th, end superscriptn th term of the sequence 8, comma, 48, comma, 288, comma, 1728, comma, point, point, .8,48,288,1728,....
Solution
To find the recursive formula for the sequence where the sequence is , we start by identifying the pattern of the sequence.
Step 1: Identifying the Pattern
Let’s list the first few terms:
Step 2: Finding the Recursive Relationship
To find the recursive formula, calculate the ratio between consecutive terms:
It appears that each term is multiplied by 6 to get the next term.
Step 3: Writing the Recursive Formula
Given the relationship between terms, the recursive formula is:
with the initial term:
Final Recursive Formula
This formula correctly generates the sequence .
Would you like further details, or do you have any questions? Here are some related questions:
- How would you write the explicit formula for this sequence?
- What is the 10th term of this sequence using the recursive formula?
- Can you find the sum of the first 5 terms of the sequence?
- How does this sequence grow compared to an arithmetic sequence?
- What would the sequence look like if the ratio changed from 6 to another number?
Tip: Always check the first few terms with your recursive formula to confirm its correctness!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Sequences
Geometric Progression
Recursion
Formulas
a_n = r * a_{n-1}
a_1 = 8
r = 6
Theorems
Geometric Sequence Recursive Formula
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11