Chapter 5: Problem 77
Find the indicated term for the geometric sequence with first term, \(a_{1}\), and common ratio, \(r\). Find \(a_{7}\), when \(a_{1}=5, r=-2\).
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Chapter 5: Problem 77
Find the indicated term for the geometric sequence with first term, \(a_{1}\), and common ratio, \(r\). Find \(a_{7}\), when \(a_{1}=5, r=-2\).
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