A sequence is defined recursively. List the first five terms. $a_{1}=-2 ; \quad a_{n}=n+3 a_{n-1}$
Added by Carl F.
Step 1
$a_2 = 2 + 3a_1 = 2 + 3(-2) = 2 - 6 = -4$ Show more…
Show all steps
Close
Your feedback will help us improve your experience
Rashmi Prakash and 82 other Algebra educators are ready to help you.
Ask a new question
Labs
Want to see this concept in action?
Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.
Key Concepts
Recommended Videos
A sequence is defined recursively. List the first five terms. $a_{1}=2 ; \quad a_{n}=-a_{n-1}$
Tassha C.
A sequence is defined recursively. List the first five terms. $a_{1}=2 ; \quad a_{n}=3+a_{n-1}$
Sequences; Induction; the Binomial Theorem
Sequences
A sequence is defined recursively. Write down the first five terms. $$ a_{1}=1 ; \quad a_{n}=n-a_{n-1} $$
Recommended Textbooks
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
Algebra and Trigonometry
Transcript
Watch the video solution with this free unlock.
EMAIL
PASSWORD