summation notation
Chinese equivalent: 求和符号
summation notation The symbol ∑ denotes summation, e.g., ∑(i = 1)ⁿ a i means a₁ + a₂ + + a n.
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CSCA Mathematics Exam Glossary
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summation notation The symbol ∑ denotes summation, e.g., ∑(i = 1)ⁿ a i means a₁ + a₂ + + a n.
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Geometric Sequences
Geometric Sequences 1. Core Concepts Definition: A sequence is called a Geometric Sequence if the ratio of any term (from the 2nd term) to its preceding term is a constant. This constant is called the Common Ratio ( q ), ( q eq 0 ). Mathematical Expression: (a(n))/(a(n - 1)) = q …
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