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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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    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.

      [2]
    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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    Esther invests $12000 in an index fund that pays 8% interest per annum, compounded monthly.

    1. Give an expression for the value of Esther's investment after n years.

      [1]
    2. Calculate the amount of interest Esther will earn over the first 4 years. Give your answer to the nearest dollar.

      [2]

    Esther wants to use the money to buy a car for $27000.

    1. Find the number of years Esther will have to wait.

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