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This document provides instruction on finding the nth term, arithmetic means, and sum of an arithmetic sequence. It begins with an introduction and learning objectives. It then presents examples and explanations of how to find the nth term, arithmetic means between two numbers, and the sum of terms in an arithmetic series using formulas. It includes practice problems for students to apply the concepts.

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LP Math Q1 W2 Amparo

This document provides instruction on finding the nth term, arithmetic means, and sum of an arithmetic sequence. It begins with an introduction and learning objectives. It then presents examples and explanations of how to find the nth term, arithmetic means between two numbers, and the sum of terms in an arithmetic series using formulas. It includes practice problems for students to apply the concepts.

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MATHEMATICS 10

Finding the nth term of an Arithmetic


Sequence, Arithmetic Means and Sum of
Arithmetic Sequence

Introductory Concept

In the previous activity, you have learned how to illustrate, and determine arithmetic
sequence. I know you are excited to know more about arithmetic sequence. Now, in this
activity you will learn the systematic way of finding nth terms and arithmetic means, and
finding the sum of the terms of a given arithmetic sequence. This will give you an idea on
how it is done through the series of activities presented.

Learning Skills

At the end of this packet, you should be able to determine the arithmetic
means, nth term of arithmetic sequence and sum of the terms of a given arithmetic
sequence.
(M10AL- lc-1).

Learning Activities
Finding nth term of an Arithmetic Sequence
In finding the nth of an arithmetic sequence, we use this rule;
an = a1 + (n – 1)d

Example: Find the 6th term of the arithmetic sequence 5, 12, 19, 26, …

Solution:
Given:
a1(first term) = 5 n(number of terms) = 6
d(common difference) = 7

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an = a1 + (n – 1) d
a6 = 5 + (6 – 1) 7
a6 = 5 + (5)(7)
a6 = 5 + (35)
a6 = 40
The 6th term of the sequence is 40.

Arithmetic Means
- This are the terms between any two nonconsecutive terms of an arithmetic
sequence.
- terms m1,m2,…, mk between two numbers a and b such that a, m1, m2 …, mk,
b is an arithmetic sequence.

In the sequence 3, 6, 9, 12, the two arithmetic means between 3 and 12 are 6 and 9.

EXAMPLE Find the arithmetic means between 2 and 8.

Given two arithmetic means, there are four terms in all.


Assume that a1 = 2 and a4 = 8. Let us have the diagram of the sequence.
2 , __, __, 8
a1, a2, a3, a4
an = a1 + (n – 1)d
8 = 2 + (4 – 1)d
8 = 2 + 3d
8 – 2 = 3d
6 = 3d
d=2
Since the first term, a1, is given and d = 2, then it will be easy for us to find
the arithmetic means.
Hence, a2 = 2 + 2 a3 = 4 + 2
a2 = 4 a 3= 6
The two arithmetic means between 2 and 8 are 4 and 6.

EXAMPLE Find the five arithmetic means between 5 and 47.

Given five arithmetic means, there are seven terms in all. Assume that a 1 = 5
and a7 = 47. Let us have the diagram of the sequence.
5 , __, __, __, __, __, 47
a1, a2, a3 , a4 , a5 , a6 , a7
an = a1 + (n – 1)d
47 = 5 + (7 – 1)d

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47 = 5 + 6d
47 – 5 = 6d
42 = 6d
d=7
Hence, a2= 5 + 7 = 12
a3 = 5 + 14 = 19
a4 = 5 + 21 = 26
a5 = 5 + 28 = 33
a6 = 5 + 35 = 40
The numbers 12, 19, 26, 33, and 40 are the arithmetic means between 5 and 47.
Arithmetic Series
-Is the sum of the terms of an arithmetic sequence with a definite number
of terms

We can write the sum of the first n terms of an arithmetic series as:
Sn=a1+(a1+d)+(a1+2d)+…+(an−d)+an

We can also reverse the order of the terms and write the sum as
Sn=an+(an−d)+(an−2d)+…+(a1+d)+a1
If we add these two expressions for the sum of the first n terms of an arithmetic
series, we can derive a formula for the sum of the first n terms of any arithmetic
series.

Sn=a1+(a1+d)+(a1+2d)+…+(an−d)+an
+ Sn=an+(an−d)+(an−2d)+…+(a1+d)+a1
2Sn=(a1+an)+(a1+an)+…+(a1+an)

Because there are n terms in the series, we can simplify this sum to

2Sn=n(a1+an)

We divide by 2 to find the formula for the sum of the first n terms of an
arithmetic series.

𝒏 𝒏
𝑺𝒏 = (𝒂𝟏 + 𝒂𝒏 ) or 𝑺𝒏 = [𝟐𝒂𝟏 + (𝒏 − 𝟏)𝒅]
𝟐 𝟐

In the arithmetic sequence –3, 4, 11, 18, …, find the


EXAMPLE sum of the first 20 terms.

Use Formula 2 to find the sum.

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EXAMPLE Find the sum of the multiples of 3 between 28 and 112.

The first multiple of 3 between 28 and 112 is 30, and the last multiple of 3
between 28 and 112 is 111. In order to use Formula 1, the number of terms
must be known. an = a1 + ( n – 1) d can be used to find n.

an=111, a1= 30 , d= 3

111= 30 +( n-1) 3
81= ( n-1 ) (3)
27= ( n-1)
28= n

Now, use Formula 1.

The sum of the multiples of 3 between 28 and 112 is 1974.

Write the letter of the correct answer on the blank provided.


_____ 1. What is the next term in the arithmetic sequence 5, 15, 25,…?
A) 30 B) 35 C) 45
_____ 2. What is the 6th term in 2, 6, 10, 14?
A) 18 B) 22 C) 24
_____ 3. What is the missing term in 2, __, 12, 17?
A) 5 B) 6 C) 7
_____ 4. What are the missing terms in -4, ___, ___, 2?
A) -2 and 0 B) -6 and -8 C) -2 and 4
_____ 5. What is the sum of the first 10 counting numbers?
A) 45 B) 50 C) 55

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Write what is asked in each item.

1. -5, -3, -1, 1, …. a10 = _____


2. 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, … a20 = _____
3. 2, ____, ____,
7
2
a2 = _____ a3 = ____
4. -10, -5, 0, 5, 10, … S10 = _____
3 1
5. 2, , 1, , 0 S5 = _____
2 2

How well do you know me?


If a clock strikes once at 1'o clock, twice at 2'o clock and so on. How many
times will it strike a day?

Rubrics for Scoring


For activity 1 and 2, 2 points will be given in each item.
For activity 3, the rubric below will apply.

Category Weight 3 points 2 points 1 point


All of the solutions Most of the solutions More than 75% of the
Correctness
80% have no mathematical have no solutions have
of Solutions
errors. mathematical errors. mathematical errors.
The work appears
The work is
The work is presented sloppy and
Neatness presented in an
in a neat and unorganized. It is hard
and 20% organized way but
organized way that is to know what
Organization may be hard to read
usually easy to read. information goes
at times.
together.

Reflection
Complete the sentences below based on our topic. Be honest!
I am doing well with ___________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

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I am proud of myself for _______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

I still need help with ___________________________________________________


________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

Answer Key
Activity 1 Activity 2 Activity 3
1. B 1. 13 1. 300
2. B 2. 3.9
3. C 3. 5/2, 3
4. A 4. 125
5. C 5. 5

References
1. Mathematics 10 Learner’s Module
2. https://www.math-only-math.com/
3. https://depedclub.com

Development Team of the Learner’s Packet


Writer: Jona Joy A. Amparo – Siembre High School
Management Team: Mariel R. Broqueza – San Jose National High School
Rey Allan H.Nuiz – Rolando R. Andaya Sr. MHS
Editors: Repam B. De Los Santos – Barcelonita Fisheries School
Lordelito B. Ilagan – Sinuknipan National High School
Layout Artist: Jonnel P. Gonzales – Ocampo National High School
Validators: Jhonalyn D. Consorte – Gregorio Ocampo Bercasio MHS
Ma. Bella N. Silvestre – San Fernando National High School
Roderick M.Chavez – Calabanga National High School
Elvira M. Dacara – Pili National High School
David V. Ortiola – Laganac High School

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