A geometric sequence is a sequence of numbers that follows a pattern where the next term is found by multiplying by a constant called the common ratio, q:
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Given the functions and , you can consider as n-th term of the geometric sequence with first term and common ratio .
Plates needed=(b+c)/p Let's say she has a total of 70 buns and cookies. And she wants to put 5 of one or the other on each plate. Then, she needs 70/5, or 14 plates ☺☺☺☺