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Find an explicit formula for the arithmetic sequence -15, 13, 31, 49

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Answer:

No solution (read below)

Explanation:

Formula:

a_n = a_1 + (n-1)d

N is the term #

D is the common difference

First, let's find the common difference.

13 - (-15) = 28

Let's see if that checks out.

31-13 = 18

49 - 31 = 18

18 is not equal to 28

Since there is no common difference you cannot find the equation.

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