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What is the next term of the geometric sequence? 20, -10 ,5,?

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Answer:

-2.5

Explanation:

The common ratio of the sequence is -0.5, because as the sequence progresses, the new number is obtained by multiplying the previous one by -0.5

So, to find the next term, multiply 5 by -0.5

5(-0.5)

= -2.5

So, the next term is -2.5

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