What is the eighth term in the arithmetic sequence defined by the explicit formula an=2n+7? Enter your answer in the box.

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DotNetDublin · Answer 1 · 2019-09-27T12:09:59+0000

Answer:

The 8th term is 23

Explanation:

If you are given a formula for the sequence,

an = 2n+7

then substitute n=8 to find the 8th term.

a8 = 2(8) +7

a8 = 16+7

a8 = 23