SOLUTION: In a geometric sequence, the first term is 3 and the sixth term is 96.
a. Find the common ratio
b. Find the least value of n such that Un > 3000
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Question 991377: In a geometric sequence, the first term is 3 and the sixth term is 96.
a. Find the common ratio
b. Find the least value of n such that Un > 3000
Answer by ikleyn(52832) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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1. = ,
= ,
= = = = ,
= = .
2. = = > .
= = < .
n = 11.
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