Review Exam 2 Algebra

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What is an explicit equation for a geometric sequence?

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How do you find the common difference in an arithmetic sequence?

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What happens to the exponents when multiplying the same base?

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When multiplying the same base, we ADD the exponents.

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How can you identify if a pattern is linear or exponential?

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A pattern is linear if it has a constant difference between terms, and exponential if it has a constant ratio between terms.

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What is the formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence?

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What is the formula for the nth term of a geometric sequence?

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What is the common ratio in a geometric sequence?

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The common ratio in a geometric sequence is found by dividing any term by the previous term.

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What is the difference between linear and exponential growth?

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Linear growth increases by a constant amount, while exponential growth increases by a constant percentage.

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What is the rule for dividing exponents with the same base?

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When dividing exponents with the same base, we SUBTRACT the exponents.