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To find:an equation in function notation for the given arithmetic sequence. Check whether the function is proportional or non-proportional.
Answer to Problem 9PPS
The function is non-proportional.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Given arithmetic sequence
Concept used:
Difference of consecutive term of an arithmetic sequence is constant.
nth term of an arithmetic sequence can be found by
Where
Calculation:
Consider the given sequence.
Let’s find the common difference.
Now, the first term is
So, nth term will be
Hence, the required function will be
Again,
So, the function is non-proportional.
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