Use the formula for the sum of the first n integers to evaluate the sum given below, then write it in closed form. (For each answer, enter a mathematical expression.) (a) 6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + ⋯ + 600   (b) 6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + ⋯ + k

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Use the formula for the sum of the first n integers to evaluate the sum given below, then write it in closed form. (For each answer, enter a mathematical expression.)

(a)

6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + ⋯ + 600
 

(b)

6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + ⋯ + k
 
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