Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the summation \( \sum_{j=1}^{2} (5j) \).

Solution

The summation notation in the image is:

j=12(5j)\sum_{j=1}^{2} (5j)

This means you sum the expression 5j5j as jj takes on the integer values from j=1j = 1 to j=2j = 2.


Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. For j=1j = 1: 51=55 \cdot 1 = 5

  2. For j=2j = 2: 52=105 \cdot 2 = 10

  3. Add these results: 5+10=155 + 10 = 15


Final Answer:

j=12(5j)=15\sum_{j=1}^{2} (5j) = 15

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the result of j=13(5j)\sum_{j=1}^{3} (5j)?
  2. How do you generalize j=1n(5j)\sum_{j=1}^{n} (5j) for any nn?
  3. What is the meaning of summation notation, and where is it used?
  4. How can you compute j=14(2j+3)\sum_{j=1}^{4} (2j + 3)?
  5. Can you write the sum of 5j5j using a formula instead of calculating it step by step?

Tip:

To simplify summations of linear expressions like 5j5j, remember the formula for the sum of the first nn natural numbers: j=1nj=n(n+1)2.\sum_{j=1}^{n} j = \frac{n(n+1)}{2}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Summation Notation
Arithmetic Operations

Formulas

Summation Formula for Linear Expressions

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8