In an arithmetic sequence, (a_2=7) and (a_5=16). What is its general term?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (a_n=3n+1)
(a_5-a_2=9) and there are three gaps, so (d=3), then (a_n=3n+1). From two given terms first find the common difference.
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(a_n=3n+1)
Why is this the correct answer?
(a_5-a_2=9) and there are three gaps, so (d=3), then (a_n=3n+1). From two given terms first find the common difference.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Sequences and Progressions. Topic: Explicit or general rule.
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