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Arithmetic and Geometric Series PDF

This document outlines the learning objectives for a unit on arithmetic and geometric series in elementary math, specifically focusing on formulas for sums and applications such as annuities and converting repeating decimals. It includes examples and proofs related to these topics. Further reading references are provided for additional study.

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Arithmetic and Geometric Series PDF

This document outlines the learning objectives for a unit on arithmetic and geometric series in elementary math, specifically focusing on formulas for sums and applications such as annuities and converting repeating decimals. It includes examples and proofs related to these topics. Further reading references are provided for additional study.

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Elementary Math (Algebra & Trig)

Arithmetic and
Geometric Series

Hallowed Olaoluwa
PhD Mathematics
Elementary Math (Algebra & Trig)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:
● Use the formula of the sum of the first terms of an arithmetic sequence.
● Use the formula of the sum of the first terms of a geometric sequence.
● Use the formula of the sum of an infinite geometric series.
● Solve annuity problems.
● Convert a repeating decimal into a fraction..
Elementary Math (Algebra & Trig)

Arithmetic Series
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An Application Problem
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Geometric Series
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Proof of The Formula


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Examples
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Application: Annuity Problem


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Application (Cont’d)
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Example 1
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Example 2
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Sum of an Infinite Geometric Series


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Examples (1)
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Examples (2)
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Application: Equivalent Fractions for Repeating Decimals


Elementary Math (Algebra & Trig)

Further Reading and references

Rice University (2021). Sequences, Probability, and


Counting Theory. In Algebra and Trigonometry 2-e
(pp. 1246-1281). Houston, Texas: OpenStax.
https://openstax.org/details/books/algebra-and-trigon
ometry-2e

University of Lagos (2022). Sequences and Series.


In Introductory Mathematics 3rd ed (pp. 41-66).
Akoka-Yaba, Lagos.
Elementary Math (Algebra & Trig)

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You

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