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Geometric Sequence
Each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by a constant ratio r. Converges if |r| < 1.
- 0 variables
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Find the 6th term of the geometric sequence with a₁ = 3, r = 2.
- a₆ = 3 · 2⁵ = 3 · 32 = 96
Answer: 96
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Does {(2/3)ⁿ} converge?
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