Explain how to find the common ratio of a geometric sequence.

Mathematics

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dolphi86 [110]3 years ago

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Answer:

In a geometric sequence, the common ratio can be find dividing the second term by the first term.

Step-by-step explanation:

In a geometric sequence, the common ratio can be find dividing the second term by the first term.

For instance, a geometric sequence: 2, 4, 8, 16, 32...

Common ratio (r)= 4/2 = 2

r = 2

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Nimfa-mama [501]3 years ago

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Hello :
common ratio of a geometric sequence is : r = (an+1)/(an)
for exemple a geometric sequence: 3,6,12,24
r= 24/12 = 12/6= 6/3 = 2

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