Answer:
47/10 - 3.2
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
Dolphin = 3.2
Bird = 47/10
Required
What is the vertical distance between both
Using a vertical scale;
Represent the bird "above sea level" position with positive and dolphin at "below sea level" position with negative.
The vertical distance between them is as follows;
Distance = +[Above The Sea] - [Below The Sea]
Distance = +47/10 - 3.2
Distance = 47/10 - 3.2
Hence, the vertical distance between both is 47/10 - 3.2
First term: a(1) = 4; common ratio: r = 2
Then:
a(n) = 4(2)^(n-1)
Check: Predict the 4th term using this formula:
a(4) = 4(2)^3 = 4(8) = 32 (correct)