WAEC Further Mathematics 2026 Question 17

Question 17

Sequences and Series

Find the sum of the first 30 terms of the sequence: −5, −3, −1, …

  1. A.640
  2. B.720
  3. C.750
  4. D.800
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (720)

Explanation

This is an A.P. with a = −5, d = 2. S₃₀ = 30/2 × [2(−5) + 29(2)] = 15 × 48 = 720.