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You migh b(n)=-8-2(n-1) Find the 9 ᵗʰ term in the sequence.

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Final answer:

To find the 9th term in the sequence, substitute 9 for n in the equation and simplify to find the answer is -24.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the 9th term in the sequence b(n)=-8-2(n-1),

  1. First, substitute 9 for n in the equation. b(9)=-8-2(9-1)
  2. Simplify the equation. b(9)=-8-2(8)=-8-16=-24
  3. Therefore, the 9th term in the sequence is -24.
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