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Geometric Sequences (Edexcel A Level Maths): Revision Note

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Geometric Sequences

What do I need to know about geometric sequences?

  • In a geometric sequence, there is a common ratio between consecutive terms in the sequence

Geom Seq Illustr, A Level & AS Level Pure Maths Revision Notes

  • You need to know the nth term formula for a geometric sequence

    u subscript n equals a   r to the power of n minus 1 end exponent

    • a is the first term

    • r is the common ratio

Examiner Tips and Tricks

If you know two terms in a geometric sequence you can find a and d using simultaneous equations. 

Geom Seq Simult, A Level & AS Level Pure Maths Revision Notes

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