Outcomes
In this lesson you will learn
- to develop a formula to be used to add together the terms of a finite arithmetic series
By the end of this section students will be able to :
- demonstrate an understanding of recursive formulas
- model problem situations using discrete structures such as sequences and recurrence relations
- represent arithmetic and geometric sequences as ordered pairs and discrete graphs
- represent a series in expanded form and using sigma notation
- develop, analyze and apply algorithms to generate terms in a sequence
- develop, analyze and apply algorithms to determine the sum of a series
- demonstrate an understanding for recursive formulas, and how recursive formulas relate to a variety of sequences
Prerequisites
To be successful in this lesson, it would be helpful to know the following:
- the definition of an arithmetic sequence and series
- a good understanding of Jane's exercise program as outlined in Focus B