Question

Determine whether the sequence is arithmetic, geometric, or neither, and justify your response.

-3, 6, -12, 24,

Answer 1

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Answer:

geometric

Explanation:

The signs of the terms alternate, so it cannot be an arithmetic sequence.

The ratios of terms are ...

6/-3 = -12/6 = 24/-12 = -2

The terms have a constant ratio of -2, so the sequence is geometric.