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Write the rule for the arithmetic sequence in slope intercept form: 17,12, 7, 2....

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Answer:

an = -5n +22

Explanation:

We observe that the sequence has 17 as its first term and a common difference of 12-17 = -5. Then the general term is ...

an = a1 +d(n -1)

an = 17 -5(n -1)

This can be simplified to the desired form.

an = 17 -5n +5

an = -5n +22

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