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Day 2: Sections 9.2 Arithmetic and 9.3 Geometric Sequences

College Algebra 201 and 202 - Summer 2026

MTH 122 · COLLEGE ALGEBRA · DAY 2

Sections 9.2 Arithmetic and 9.3 Geometric Sequences

✅ To-Do This Day

🎯 Learning Objectives (click to expand)
  • Find the common difference for an arithmetic sequence.
  • Find the common difference for an arithmetic sequence.
  • Write terms of an arithmetic sequence.
  • Use a recursive formula for an arithmetic sequence.
  • Use an explicit formula for an arithmetic sequence.
  • Find the common ratio for a geometric sequence.
  • List the terms of a geometric sequence.
  • Use a recursive formula for a geometric sequence.
  • Use an explicit formula for a geometric sequence.

📝 Guided Notes

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📄 Day 2 Guided Notes (blank)

🎬 Day 2 Videos

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1. Arithmetic Sequences

2. Geometric Sequences

📚 Required Reading

Chapter 9 Sections 2 and 3

✅ Completed Notes (Reference)

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📄 Day 2 Completed Guided Notes

Day 2: Sections 9.2 Arithmetic and 9.3 Geometric Sequences - MTH122 201/202