Geometric Sequence Calculator
### Discrete Mathematics: Geometric Progressions & Exponential Growth 1. **Multiplicative Ratio**: Each term in a geometric sequence is obtained by multiplying the preceding term by a fixed common.
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For example, finding the \(10\text{th term}\) of a geometric sequence starting at \ with common ratio \: The \. The sum of the first 10 terms is \.
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Discrete Mathematics: Geometric Progressions & Exponential Growth
- Multiplicative Ratio: Each term in a geometric sequence is obtained by multiplying the preceding term by a fixed common ratio r.
- Infinite Series Convergence: If |r| < 1), the terms shrink exponentially to zero, allowing the infinite sum to converge to a finite number . If |r| 1, the series diverges to infinity.
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Enter your First Term (a₁) (e.g. 2), Common Ratio (r) (e.g. 3 (multiplier factor)), and Target Term Position to Calculate (n) (e.g. 10 (find the 10th term)). Results update instantly as you type — adjust any value to compare scenarios.
The Formula
Geometric Sequence \& Series equations:
General n-th Term: a_n = a_1 × r^n-1
Finite Series Sum: S_n = a_1 × ((1 - r^n) / (1 - r)) (r ≠ 1)
Infinite Series Sum: S_∞ = (a_1) / (1 - r) (|r| < 1 Convergent)
Common Ratio: r = (a_n) / (a_n-1)
Worked Example
For example, finding the 10th term of a geometric sequence starting at \ with common ratio The \. The sum of the first 10 terms is \.
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