Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence assuming the pattern of the first few terms continues. 10 2 7 an = 12 4 > - 14 8 7 16 16' Assume the first term is a₁ 18 32

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Chapter8: Sequences, Series,and Probability
Section8.2: Arithmetic Sequences And Partial Sums
Problem 2ECP: Find a formula for the nth term of the arithmetic sequence whose common difference is 5 and whose...
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Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence assuming the pattern of the first few terms
continues.
10 12
2' 4'
an
-
14
8
16
16'
Assume the first term is a₁
18
32'
Transcribed Image Text:Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence assuming the pattern of the first few terms continues. 10 12 2' 4' an - 14 8 16 16' Assume the first term is a₁ 18 32'
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