Question 16 (5 points)
The first two terms of an arithmetic sequence are a1 = 2 and a2 = 5. Find a6, the
sixth term of the sequence.
OA) 27
B) 20
OC) 14
D) 17

Question 16 5 points The first two terms of an arithmetic sequence are a1 2 and a2 5 Find a6 the sixth term of the sequence OA 27 B 20 OC 14 D 17 class=

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Answer:

D.  17.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nth term of an arithmetic sequence (an) is a1 + d(n - 1) where a1 = first term and d = the common difference.

In this sequence d = a2 - a1 = 5 - 2 = 3.

a6 = 2 + 3(6 - 1)

= 2 + 3*5

= 17.

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

probably 17