Algebra Flashcards: Sequences As Functions And Recursion

Study Sequences As Functions And Recursion in Algebra with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Identify whether an=2n1a_n=2n-1 (for n1n\ge 1) is explicit or recursive.

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ANSWER

Explicit. The formula directly gives ana_n in terms of nn.

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The sequence ana_n is defined recursively for n=1,2,3,n=1,2,3,\dots by a1=3a_1=3 and an+1=3ana_{n+1}=3a_n. What is the next term after 3,9,273, 9, 27?
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