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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The sum of the first n terms of a geometric sequence is given by:
Options
A S_n = a(rⁿ - 1)/(r - 1), r ≠ 1
Correct Answer
B S_n = a(nr - 1)/(r - 1), r ≠ 0
C S_n = a × n × r
D S_n = a × rⁿ
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The sum formula for a geometric sequence is S_n = a(rⁿ - 1)/(r - 1) for r ≠ 1.

Hint

The notes indicate answer A.

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