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The nth term of a sequence is 5n - 3.
Write down the first three terms of the sequence.

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Answer:

2, 7, 12.

Explanation:

Substitute n = 1, n = 2 and n = 3:

First term = 5(1) - 3 = 5-3 = 2

Second = 5(2) - 3 = 7

Third = 5(3) - 3 = 12.

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