SOLUTION: The first three terms of a geometric sequence are t1 = 32, t2 = -16, t3 = 8. Find the values for r, t6 and s6.

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Question 1181924: The first three terms of a geometric sequence are t1 = 32, t2 = -16, t3 = 8. Find the values for r, t6 and s6.
Answer by ikleyn(52797)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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To find "r", use the formula  r = .



Having "r", complete the rest on your own.

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