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Sequence
An ordered list of numbers, either finite or infinite, where each number is called a term and follows a specific pattern.
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Sequence
An ordered list of numbers, either finite or infinite, where each number is called a term and follows a specific pattern.
Term
An individual number in a sequence, identified by its position and often generated by a formula or pattern.
Index
A positive integer representing the position of a term within a sequence, typically denoted by n.
Finite Sequence
A sequence with a limited number of terms, ending at a specific value without continuing indefinitely.
Infinite Sequence
A sequence that continues without end, often indicated by an ellipsis after the last visible term.
Pattern
A recognizable regularity or rule that determines how terms in a sequence are generated or related.
General Formula
An explicit equation involving the index n, used to calculate any term in a sequence directly.
Recursive Formula
An equation that defines each term of a sequence based on one or more previous terms, requiring initial values.
Arithmetic Sequence
A sequence where each term increases or decreases by a constant difference from the previous term.
Explicit Formula
A synonym for general formula, providing a direct calculation for any term using the index.
Subscript Notation
A way to label terms in a sequence, such as a₁, a₂, a₃, indicating their position using subscripts.
Fraction Sequence
A sequence where terms are fractions, often with numerators and denominators following their own patterns.
Exponential Sequence
A sequence where each term is generated by raising a base number to the power of the index or a related expression.
Alternating Sequence
A sequence in which the sign or value of terms alternates, often modeled using powers of negative one.
Function
A mathematical relationship similar to a sequence, but with inputs that can be any real number, not just positive integers.