(a) Find a formula for the general term of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of the first few terms continues. (Assume that begins with 1.) If the sequence appears to converge, find the limit. If the sequence diverges, explain why. 1 1 1 1 - 8' 17' 26' 35" .}

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Chapter10: Sequences, Series, And Probability
Section10.2: Arithmetic Sequences
Problem 46E
Question
(a) Find a formula for the general term of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of
the first few terms continues. (Assume that begins with 1.) If the sequence appears to
converge, find the limit. If the sequence diverges, explain why.
1
1 1
1
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8' 17' 26'
35"
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Transcribed Image Text:(a) Find a formula for the general term of the sequence, assuming that the pattern of the first few terms continues. (Assume that begins with 1.) If the sequence appears to converge, find the limit. If the sequence diverges, explain why. 1 1 1 1 - 8' 17' 26' 35" .}
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