Find the sum of the first n terms of the indicated geometric sequence with the given values. 1/6 + 1/2 + 3/2 + ... + 81/2 The sum is . (Simplify your answer.)
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The formula is: $$S_n = \frac{a_1(1 - r^n)}{1 - r}$$ Show more…
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