Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of the first few terms continues. (Assume that n begins with 1.) -6,4-10-32 8 16 3' 9

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Chapter8: Sequences, Series,and Probability
Section8.3: Geometric Sequences And Series
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Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of the first few terms continues. (Assume that n begins with 1.)
-6,4-10-32
8 16
3' 9
Transcribed Image Text:Find a formula for the general term an of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of the first few terms continues. (Assume that n begins with 1.) -6,4-10-32 8 16 3' 9
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