Single Answer MCQ
Q-00052009

Which sequence describes the sum of the first n natural numbers?

1

1 + 2 + 3 + ... + n = n(n + 1)/2

2

1 + 2 + 3 + ... + n = n^2

3

1 + 2 + 3 + ... + n = n^3

4

1 + 2 + 3 + ... + n = n(n - 1)/2

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. 1 + 2 + 3 + ... + n = n(n + 1)/2

Solution:

The formula for the sum of the first n natural numbers is n(n + 1)/2, making option 1 correct.

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