When given a geometric sequence,determine the 8th term by using the explicit formula

What is the common ratio (R) when the second term is 4 and the first term is -8?

• -2

• -1/2

• 1/2

• 2

Why does the teacher prefer using fractions over decimals?

• Fractions are more accurate

• Fractions are easier to multiply

• Fractions simplify the process

• Fractions are less confusing

In the formula for the nth term, what does 'n' represent?

• The last term

• The common ratio

• The first term

• Any number in the sequence

What is the result of raising -1/2 to the 7th power?

• 1/64

• -1/64

• 1/128

• -1/128

How can you reduce the fraction 8/128?

• Divide by 2

• Divide by 4

• Divide by 8

• Divide by 16