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    An arithmetic sequence has 2u6​=S6​=5, where S6​ is the sum of the first 6 terms. Find the second term, u2​, of the sequence.

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    An arithmetic sequence has u3​=5 and u7​=−7.

    1. Find the common difference d and the first term u1​ of the sequence.

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    2. Hence find u10​.

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    3. Find S10​.

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    A geometric sequence has u3​=3 and u6​=98​. Find S∞​ for this sequence.

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    Ella invests $500 in a savings account that earns 4% interest per annum, compounded quarterly.

    1. Find an expression for the balance of Ella's savings after n years.

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    2. Calculate the value of Ella's savings after 12 years. Give your answer to the nearest dollar.

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    Ella wants to purchase a racing bike for $700.

    1. Find the number of years after which her savings will be sufficient to purchase the bike.

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    Introduction to the definition, properties, and general term of an arithmetic sequence

    Arithmetic Sequences
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    Introduction to definition, identification, and general term of geometric sequences

    Geometric Sequences
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    Definition of series, formula for arithmetic series

    Arithmetic Series (Plus Only)
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    Summation notation, properties of sums

    Σ summation notation (Plus Only)

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    Definition and general term of geometric series, finite and infinite series, convergence

    Geometric Series (Plus Only)
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    Working with sequences on a calculator, computations and applications of a calculator

    Sequence Mode (Calculator) (Plus Only)
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    Compound growth, depreciation, interest, inflation, real value

    Compounding (Appreciation & Depreciation) (Plus Only)