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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011

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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011 View details

1. Rate of Change and Slope

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Exercise 64 Page 300

Substitute 2, 4, and 10 for n.

Second: 15
Fourth: 21
Tenth: 39

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To find certain terms in a sequence described by an explicit rule, substitute the number of the desired term into the formula to get the term's value. The given explicit formula is as follows. A(n)=12+(n-1)(3)We can find the second, fourth, and tenth terms of the sequence by substituting 2, 4, and 10 into the formula for n.

A(n)=12+(n-1)(3)

n= 2

A( 2)=12+( 2-1)(3)

Subtract term

A(2)=12+(1)(3)

Identity Property of Multiplication

A(2)=12+3

Add terms

A(2)=15

We have found that the second term is 15. Now, let's construct a table and do the same thing for the fourth and tenth terms.

n^(th) Term	12+(n-1)(3)	A(n)
2	12+( 2-1)(3)	15
4	12+( 4-1)(3)	21
10	12+( 10-1)(3)	39

The second, fourth, and tenth terms are 15, 21, and 39.

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Lesson Check p.297

Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises p.298-300

Standardized Test Prep p.300

Mixed Review p.300