Math Problem Statement

The sum of the first five terms of an AP and the sum of the first seven terms of the same AP is 167. If the sum of the first ten terms of this AP is 235, find the sum of its first twenty terms.

Solution

The problem in the image reads:

"The sum of the first five terms of an AP and the sum of the first seven terms of the same AP is 167. If the sum of the first ten terms of this AP is 235, find the sum of its first twenty terms."

This problem involves the arithmetic progression (AP). Let's break it down and solve it step by step.

Key formulas for an Arithmetic Progression (AP):

  1. Sum of first nn terms of an AP:
    Sn=n2×[2a+(n1)d]S_n = \frac{n}{2} \times [2a + (n-1)d] Where:
    • SnS_n is the sum of the first nn terms,
    • aa is the first term,
    • dd is the common difference,
    • nn is the number of terms.

Given:

  • Sum of first 5 terms: S5S_5,
  • Sum of first 7 terms: S7S_7,
  • Sum of first 10 terms: S10S_{10}.

We are given the following dataThe problem in the image reads:

"The sum of the first five terms of an AP and the sum of the first seven terms of the same AP is 167. If the sum of the first ten terms of this AP is 235, find the sum of its first twenty terms."

This problem involves the arithmetic progression (AP). Let's break it down and solve it step by step.

Key formulas for an Arithmetic Progression (AP):

  1. Sum of first nn terms of an AP:
    Sn=n2×[2a+(n1)d]S_n = \frac{n}{2} \times [2a + (n-1)d] Where:
    • SnS_n is the sum of the first nn terms,
    • aa is the first term,
    • dd is the common difference,
    • nn is the number of terms.

Given:

  • Sum of first 5 terms: S5S_5,
  • Sum of first 7 terms: S7S_7,
  • Sum of first 10 terms: S10S_{10}.

We are given the following

  1. S5+S7=167S_5 + S_7 = 167,
  2. S10=235S_{10} = 235.

Let's solve this. I'll calculate the values based on this information.It seems like I can’t do more advanced data analysis right now. Please try again later.

In the meantime, you can try solving this problem by setting up the equations manually using the AP sum formula. Would you like a detailed walkthrough on how to do it step by step? Let me know if you'd like further assistance!

Here are 5 questions that expand on the topic:

  1. What is the general form of the nth term of an arithmetic progression?
  2. How do you find the common difference in an arithmetic progression if you know two terms?
  3. What is the difference between an arithmetic progression and a geometric progression?
  4. How can we apply AP formulas to real-life situations, like budgeting or scheduling?
  5. How does the sum formula for an AP change if you are summing terms from the middle of the sequence?

Tip: Always check the consistency of units or terms in an equation to ensure you're working with the right mathematical quantities.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Progression
Sum of Terms in AP

Formulas

Sum of n terms of an AP: S_n = (n / 2) * [2a + (n-1)d]

Theorems

Arithmetic Progression Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12