Question

Find the common difference if the 8th term is 55 and the first term is 13

Answer 1

Explanation:

Equation

L = a + (n - 1)*d

Givens

L = 55

a = 13

n =8

Solution

55 = 13 + (8 - 1)*d Combine

55 = 13 + 7d Subtract 13 from both sides

55 - 13 = 7d

42 = 7d Divide by 7

d = 6