Write a formula for the general term (the nth term) of the arithmetic sequence below. Then use the formula for a Subscript nan to find a 20a20, the 20th term of the sequence. 44, 1111, 1818, 2525, ...
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The first term \( a_1 \) is 44. To find the common difference \( d \), subtract the first term from the second term: \( d = 1111 - 44 = 1067 \). Show more…
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