GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Algebra: nth Term - Explained

The video tutorial covers arithmetic sequences, focusing on deriving the NTH term formula by comparing it to the five times table. It also evaluates a quadratic sequence, highlighting a common mistake in calculations. The tutorial concludes with encouragement to practice and study tips for achieving success in math exams.

What is the common difference in the given arithmetic sequence?

• 5

• 10

• 8

• 3

How do you derive the Nth term formula for the given arithmetic sequence?

• By multiplying by 5 and subtracting 2

• By multiplying by 5 and adding 2

• By adding 3 to each term

• By subtracting 5 from each term

What is the Nth term formula for the arithmetic sequence discussed?

• 5N + 2

• 5N - 2

• 3N + 5

• 3N - 5

What is the Nth term of the quadratic sequence discussed in the video?

• N^3

• 3N

• 3N^2

• N^2

What mistake did Nathan make when calculating the fourth term of the quadratic sequence?

• He multiplied before squaring

• He squared the wrong number

• He used the wrong formula

• He added instead of multiplying

What is the correct fourth term of the quadratic sequence 3N^2?

• 48

• 64

• 144

• 36

What is the key takeaway from the video regarding exam preparation?

• Focus only on arithmetic sequences

• Practice as many papers as possible

• Memorize all formulas

• Avoid quadratic sequences