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The formula for the 𝑛 𝑡ℎ term of an arithmetic sequence is 𝑎ₙ = 𝑎₁ + (𝑛 - 1)𝑑.
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The term 'arithmetic mean' refers to the middle value of a set of data.
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The 𝑛 𝑡ℎ term of an arithmetic sequence can be found using the formula 𝑎ₙ = 𝑎₁ + (𝑛 - 1)𝑑.
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Arithmetic means are used to find the median of a set of data.
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Arithmetic sequences have a constant difference between consecutive terms.
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The first term of an arithmetic sequence is always 0.
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Arithmetic means are used to find the average of a set of data.
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The formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence is an = an-1 + d.
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The nth term of an arithmetic sequence is always an integer.
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The nth term of an arithmetic sequence can be found using the formula an = a1 + nd.
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The $n$th term of an arithmetic sequence can be found using the formula $aₙ = a₁ + (n - 1)d$.
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An arithmetic sequence can have a fractional common difference.
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The arithmetic mean of a set of data is always the same as the median.
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An arithmetic sequence can be used to model a real-world problem involving a linear pattern.
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The $n$th term of an arithmetic sequence is always the same as the first term.
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Study Notes
Arithmetic Sequences Overview
- An arithmetic sequence is a sequence of numbers where the difference between consecutive terms is constant, known as the common difference (d).
- The formula for the 𝑛𝑡ℎ term of an arithmetic sequence can be expressed as:
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aₙ = a₁ + (n - 1) * d*
where a₁ is the first term and n is the term position.
Finding the 𝑛𝑡ℎ Term
- To find the 𝑛𝑡ℎ term, plug the values of the first term (a₁), common difference (d), and n into the formula.
- Example: For a sequence 2, 5, 8, 11, where a₁ = 2 and d = 3, the 5th term is calculated as:
- a₅ = 2 + (5 - 1) * 3 = 14.*
Definition of Arithmetic Means
- An arithmetic mean is the average of two or more numbers in an arithmetic sequence and can help to find missing terms.
- It can also be defined as the middle term in three consecutive terms of an arithmetic sequence.
Determining Arithmetic Means
- To determine arithmetic means between two numbers, find the common difference that would fit evenly between them.
- For example, to find the mean between 4 and 10:
- Common difference (d) = (10 - 4) / 2 = 3
- Means: 4, 7, 10.
Solving Problems Involving the 𝑛𝑡ℎ Term
- Problems may require finding an unknown term, determining the common difference, or calculating the total number of terms.
- Ensure to set up equations based on the given terms and use the formula appropriately.
- Example problem: If a₁ = 10 and a₇ = 34, find the common difference.
- Set up: 34 = 10 + (7 - 1)d, solve for d = 4.
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Test your understanding of arithmetic sequences by solving problems involving the nth term, finding unknown terms, and defining arithmetic means. Evaluate your skills in determining arithmetic means of a sequence and solving problems.
