Question

The first three terms of a sequence are given. Round to the nearest thousandth (if

necessary).
5,4,16/5
Find the 7th term

Answer 1

Explanation:

a₂/a₁ = ⅘

This is a geometric sequence with initial term = 5 and common ratio = ⅘

a₇ = a₁(⅘)⁷⁻¹ = 5(⅘)⁶ = 4⁶/5⁵= 4096/3125 ≅ 1.311