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Introduction To Arithmetic Sequences

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Introduction To Arithmetic Sequences

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Khaizza Jean Onito
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Introduction to

Arithmetic
Sequences
An arithmetic sequence is a series of numbers where the
difference between consecutive terms is constant. This constant
difference is called the common difference, and it is a key
property that defines arithmetic sequences.

by Khaizza Onito
Definition of an Arithmetic Sequence

Definition Example Notation

An arithmetic sequence is a For example, the sequence 3, 7, Arithmetic sequences are often
sequence where the difference 11, 15, 19 is an arithmetic denoted as a, a+d, a+2d, a+3d,
between any two consecutive sequence with a common where a is the first term and d is
terms is a constant value. difference of 4. the common difference.
Common Difference
1 Definition 2 Calculation
The common difference To find the common
is the constant value difference, subtract any
that is added to each two consecutive terms
term to get the next in the sequence.
term in the sequence.

3 Importance
The common difference is a critical property that defines
an arithmetic sequence and is used in various formulas
and calculations.
Explicit Formula
1 Term 1
The first term in an arithmetic sequence is
represented by the variable a.

2 Common Difference
The common difference between terms is
represented by the variable d.

3 Term n
The nth term in the sequence can be calculated
using the formula: a + (n-1)d.
Recursive Formula
First Term Common
Difference
The first term in an
arithmetic sequence is The common difference
represented by the between terms is
variable a. represented by the
variable d.

Recursive Formula
The recursive formula for an arithmetic sequence is: a_n =
a_(n-1) + d, where a_n is the nth term.
Arithmetic Sequence
Properties

Sum of Terms
The sum of the terms in an arithmetic sequence can be calculated using a specific formula.

Average of Terms
The average of the terms in an arithmetic sequence is the midpoint between the first
and last terms.

Relationship Between First and Last Terms


The last term in an arithmetic sequence can be expressed in terms of the first term and
the common difference.
Applications of Arithmetic
Sequences
Finance
Arithmetic sequences can be used to model interest
calculations, loan repayments, and savings plans.

Scheduling
Arithmetic sequences can be used to plan and schedule
recurring events, such as meetings or appointments.

Problem Solving
Arithmetic sequences can be used to solve a variety of
mathematical problems and real-world scenarios.
Conclusion
Arithmetic sequences are an important concept in mathematics
with a wide range of applications. Understanding the definition,
properties, and formulas of arithmetic sequences is essential for
problem-solving and modeling real-world situations.

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