JAMB Mathematics 1991 Question 28

Question 28

Progressions

What is the nth term of the progression 27, 9, 3,...?

  1. A.27(1/3)n−1
  2. B.3n+2
  3. C.27 + 18(n − 1)
  4. D.27 + 6(n − 1)
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (27(1/3)n−1)

Explanation

It is a G.P. with first term 27 and common ratio ⅓, so the nth term is 27(⅓)n−1.