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The explicit formula for a geometric sequence is an=3(-2)n-1. What is the fifth term of the sequence

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Answer:

the answer is

a5=48

Explanation:

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Answer:

a5 = 48

Explanation:

To find the 5th term, put 5 where n is in the formula and do the arithmetic.


a_5=3(-2)^(5-1)=3(-2)^4=3(16)\\\\\boxed{a_5=48}

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