The first three terms of a sequence are given. Round to the nearest thousandth (if necessary). 3, 9,15,... Find the 36th term. ​ I need help!

Mathematics · Middle School · Tue Nov 03 2020

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Arithmetic sequence :

3, 9,15,…

a = 3

d = a2 - a1

= 9 - 3 

= 6

Formula :

an = a + (n-1)d

a36 = 3 + (36 - 1) 6

= 3 + 35 × 6

= 3 + 210

= 213

 

Hence, 36th term is 213