In an arithmetic progression with first term 15 and common difference 9, what is the term in position 10?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 96
- Step 1: Use a_n = a_1 + (n - 1)d.
- Step 2: a_10 = 15 + 9 x 9 = 96.
Answer
96.
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