What is the d value in the following arithmetic sequence? -7, -2, 3, 8, …

Mathematics · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021

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Given the sequence:

-7, -2, 3, 8, ….

Determine the common difference.

Solution:

In order to determine the common difference, we simply subtract the 2nd term with the 1st term.

Common Difference = 2nd Term - 1st Term

Common Difference = - 2 - (-7)

Common Difference = -2 + 7

Common Difference = 5

Final answer:

Common Difference = 5

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