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- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
9. Sequences, Series, & Induction
Sequences
2:19 minutes
Problem 37
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 29–42, find each indicated sum. 9Σi=5 11
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Summation Notation
Summation notation, represented by the Greek letter sigma (Σ), is a concise way to express the sum of a sequence of numbers. The notation Σi=a^b f(i) indicates that you sum the function f(i) from i = a to i = b. Understanding this notation is crucial for interpreting and calculating sums in algebra.
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Constant Functions
A constant function is a function that always returns the same value regardless of the input. In the given problem, the function is f(i) = 11, which means that for every value of i, the output is 11. Recognizing that the sum of a constant over a range can be simplified is essential for efficient calculation.
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Arithmetic Series
An arithmetic series is the sum of the terms of an arithmetic sequence, where each term differs from the previous one by a constant. In this case, since the function is constant, the sum can be calculated by multiplying the constant value by the number of terms being summed. This concept helps in quickly finding the total without needing to add each term individually.
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