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HELP PLEASE! What is the next term in the geometric sequence 20, -10, 5
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HELP PLEASE!

What is the next term in the geometric sequence 20, -10, 5

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Answer: -2.5

Explanation:

-10/20 = -1/2

5/-10 = -1/2

So the ratio is -1/2 and the next term is 5 * -1/2 = -2.5

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