Question

What is the next term of the arithmetic sequence? -8, -3, 2, 7, 12,

Answer 1

Answer: 17

Step-by-step explanation: In this arithmetic sequence we are looking for the common difference. We can see the common difference is 5 because: -8+5=-3

-3+5=2

2+5=7

7+5=?

?=17

Answer 2

Answer:

17

Step-by-step explanation:

You are adding 5 to each term next.