b. Find an expression for the sum of the first n terms of the series 5+8+11+.. Hence, find the value of n if the sum is equal to 440.

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Chapter8: Sequences, Series, And Probability
Section8.3: Arithmetic Sequences And Series
Problem 27E: Find the sum of the first n terms of each arithmetic series. 5+7+9+(to15terms).
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b. Find an expression for the sum of the first n terms of the series
5+8+11+..
Hence, find the value of n if the sum is equal to 440.
Transcribed Image Text:b. Find an expression for the sum of the first n terms of the series 5+8+11+.. Hence, find the value of n if the sum is equal to 440.
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