Question 17. Consider the following geometric series, S, where: S = 2+ 2(0.2) + 2(0.2)² + 2(0.2)³ + .. Write down the first term, a, the common ratio, r, and hence, calculate the sum, S.

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Consider the following geometric series, S, where:
S = 2+ 2(0.2) + 2(0.2)² + 2(0.2)3 + ….
....
Write down the first term, a, the common ratio, r, and hence, calculate the sum, S.
Transcribed Image Text:Question 17. Consider the following geometric series, S, where: S = 2+ 2(0.2) + 2(0.2)² + 2(0.2)3 + …. .... Write down the first term, a, the common ratio, r, and hence, calculate the sum, S.
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