Single Answer MCQ
Q-00052033

Which of the following is a formula for a geometric sequence?

1

a_n = a_1 + d(n-1)

2

a_n = a_1 * r^(n-1)

3

a_n = n^2

4

a_n = 2n + 1

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. a_n = a_1 * r^(n-1)

Solution:

The geometric sequence uses a common ratio (r) to determine each term. The correct option is a_n = a_1 * r^(n-1).

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