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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Find the sum of the first 10 terms of the arithmetic series: 3, 6, 9, 12,...
Options
A 120
B 150
C 165
Correct Answer
D 180
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

a = 3, d = 3, n = 10. S₁₀ = 10/2[2(3) + 9(3)] = 5[6 + 27] = 5 × 33 = 165.

Hint

The notes indicate answer C.

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