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In this geometric sequence, what is the common ratio?

104, -52, 26, -13, ...

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-2

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Answer:-1/2

Explanation:

common ratio=(2nd term➗Ist term) or (3rd term➗2nd term)

first term=104

Second term=-52

Common ratio=-52 ➗ 104

Common ratio=-1/2

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Answer:

-2

Explanation:

Each value is divided by -2 to get to the next term

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