Identify the sequence as arithmetic, geometric, or neither. Explain your answer
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To determine whether a sequence is arithmetic, geometric, or neither, we need to examine its terms and analyze the pattern or relationship between them.
An arithmetic sequence is a sequence in which each term is obtained by adding a common difference to the previous term. The sequence follows a linear pattern.
A geometric sequence, on the other hand, is a sequence in which each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by a common ratio. The sequence follows an exponential pattern.
If the sequence does not follow any consistent pattern of adding or multiplying, it is considered neither arithmetic nor geometric.
To provide a more accurate answer, could you please provide the specific sequence you want me to analyze?
To identify a sequence as arithmetic, geometric, or neither, you need to examine the pattern in the sequence.
Arithmetic Sequence:
An arithmetic sequence is a sequence in which the difference between any two consecutive terms is always the same. This constant difference is called the common difference.
To determine if a sequence is arithmetic, you can calculate the difference between consecutive terms by subtracting one term from the next. If the differences are constant, then the sequence is arithmetic.
Geometric Sequence:
A geometric sequence is a sequence in which each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by a constant ratio. This constant ratio is called the common ratio.
To determine if a sequence is geometric, you can calculate the ratio between consecutive terms by dividing one term by the previous term. If the ratios are constant, then the sequence is geometric.
Neither:
If the sequence does not follow a consistent pattern of adding a constant difference or multiplying by a constant ratio, it is considered neither arithmetic nor geometric.
To identify the sequence type, complete the following steps:
1. Write down the sequence.
2. Calculate the difference between consecutive terms.
3. Check if the differences are constant. If yes, the sequence is arithmetic.
4. Calculate the ratio between consecutive terms.
5. Check if the ratios are constant. If yes, the sequence is geometric.
6. If the differences and ratios are not constant, the sequence is neither arithmetic nor geometric.
By following these steps and analyzing the pattern in the sequence, you can determine whether it is arithmetic, geometric, or neither.
2, 4, 8, 16
This is an arithmetic sequence because the difference between each term is a constant (2).