WAEC Further Mathematics 2012 Question 4

Question 4

Sequences and Series

Give that √6, 3√2, 3√6, 9√2, ...are the first four terms of an exponential sequence (G.P). Find, in its simplest form, the 8th term.

  1. A.27√2
  2. B.27√6
  3. C.81√2
  4. D.81√6
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (81√2)

Explanation

r = 3√2 ÷ √6 = √3. T8 = ar7 = √6 × (√3)7 = √6 × 27√3 = 27√18 = 81√2.