Identifying Sequences: Flashcard

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What is an arithmetic sequence?

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An arithmetic sequence is a sequence of numbers in which the difference between any two consecutive terms is constant.

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What is a geometric sequence?

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A geometric sequence is a sequence of numbers in which the ratio between any two consecutive terms is constant.

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Arithmetic

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Geometric

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Carey put 2 books on the first shelf, 8 on the second, 32 on the third, and 128 on the fourth. What kind of sequence is this?

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Geometric

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3

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Geometric sequence with a common ratio of 1/2

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A _____________ sequence has a constant difference between terms.

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Arithmetic Sequence

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A _____________ sequence has a constant ratio between terms.

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Geometric Sequence