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2.6 - Arithmetic Progression (A.P.)

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Understanding Arithmetic Progression

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Teacher
Teacher

Today, we're discussing Arithmetic Progression, or A.P. Can anyone tell me what defines an A.P.?

Student 1
Student 1

Is it when there’s a constant difference between terms?

Teacher
Teacher

Correct! A.P. is all about a consistent difference. Let's denote that difference as \( d \). If the first term is \( a \), the second term will be \( a + d \).

Student 2
Student 2

So, for 5, 8, 11, it's 3, right?

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! Here, the first term \( a = 5 \) and the difference \( d = 3 \). Well done!

Nth Term Formula

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Teacher
Teacher

Now, let's dive deeper into finding any term in an A.P. We use the formula \( a_n = a + (n - 1)d \). Can someone explain what each part means?

Student 3
Student 3

The \( a \) is the first term, \( d \) is the common difference, and \( n \) is the term number?

Teacher
Teacher

That's right! For example, to find the 10th term of 5, 8, 11, ... what do we do?

Student 4
Student 4

We'd plug in \( a = 5 \), \( d = 3 \), and \( n = 10 \) into the formula.

Teacher
Teacher

Great! So what would that be?

Student 1
Student 1

It’s \( 5 + (10 - 1) \times 3 = 5 + 27 = 32 \)!

Teacher
Teacher

Well done! The 10th term is indeed 32.

Sum of the First n Terms

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Teacher
Teacher

Now let’s discuss how we can calculate the sum of the first \( n \) terms of an A.P. The formula is \( S_n = \frac{n}{2} [2a + (n - 1)d] \). Is anyone ready to break that down?

Student 2
Student 2

The \( n/2 \) is to find the average of the terms?

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! And we calculate the rest to add up all terms. Can someone calculate the sum of the first 5 terms for the A.P. 5, 8, 11?

Student 3
Student 3

"Using the formula, \( a = 5 \), \( d = 3 \), and \( n = 5 \):

Practical Applications

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Teacher
Teacher

Let's look at real-world examples of A.P. Can anyone suggest a scenario where A.P. might apply?

Student 4
Student 4

Um, maybe in calculating the total distance traveled if someone walks at a constant pace?

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! If someone walks 5 meters, then 8 meters and continues to increase their distance consistently, we can calculate total distance using A.P. principles.

Introduction & Overview

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Quick Overview

Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) refers to a sequence of numbers where the difference between consecutive terms is constant.

Standard

An Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) is characterized by a series of numbers in which each term after the first is created by adding a constant difference to the previous term. Key elements include the formula for the nth term and the formula for the sum of the first n terms.

Detailed

Arithmetic Progression (A.P.)

Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) is a fundamental concept in algebra dealing with sequences of numbers where each term is derived from adding a constant difference, termed as the common difference.

Key Elements:

  1. nth Term: The nth term of an A.P. is given by the formula:

\[ a_n = a + (n - 1)d \]

where
- \( a \) is the first term,
- \( d \) is the common difference,
- \( n \) is the term number.

  1. Sum of the First n Terms: The sum can be calculated using the formula:

\[ S_n = \frac{n}{2} [2a + (n - 1)d] \]

where \( S_n \) is the sum of the first n terms.

This section outlines understanding these formulas and applying them through examples and practical problems. A.P. serves as a foundation for exploring other mathematical sequences and series.

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Definition of Arithmetic Progression

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● A sequence where the difference between consecutive terms is constant.

Detailed Explanation

An Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) is a special kind of number sequence where each term after the first is created by adding a fixed number (called the common difference) to the previous term. For example, in the sequence 2, 5, 8, 11, the common difference is 3, since 5 - 2 = 3, 8 - 5 = 3, and 11 - 8 = 3.

Examples & Analogies

Imagine you save money every month. If you save an initial amount of $10 and add $5 each month, your savings create a pattern: $10, $15, $20, $25, and so on. This pattern is an A.P. where the difference between each month's savings is always $5.

Finding the nth Term of an A.P.

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● nth term:
an=a+(n−1)d
a_n = a + (n - 1)d

Detailed Explanation

To find the nth term of an Arithmetic Progression, you can use the formula: an = a + (n - 1)d, where 'a' is the first term, 'd' is the common difference, and 'n' is the term number you are calculating. This formula helps determine what the value of any term in the sequence is, depending on its position.

Examples & Analogies

If you have a series of numbers in an A.P., like 3, 7, 11, ..., and you want to find the 5th term, you can apply the formula. Here, a = 3, d = 4 (because 7 - 3 = 4), and n = 5. So, substituting into the formula gives you 3 + (5 - 1) × 4 = 3 + 16 = 19. Thus, the 5th term is 19.

Sum of the First n Terms of an A.P.

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● Sum of n terms:
Sn=n2[2a+(n−1)d]
S_n = \frac{n}{2}[2a + (n - 1)d]

Detailed Explanation

The sum of the first n terms of an Arithmetic Progression can be calculated using the formula: Sn = n/2 [2a + (n - 1)d]. Here, 'S_n' represents the sum of the first n terms, 'a' is the first term, 'd' is the common difference, and 'n' is the number of terms you wish to sum. This formula simplifies the process of finding the total when adding many terms together.

Examples & Analogies

If you want to calculate how much money you've saved after the first 5 months of saving $10 initially and adding $5 every month, you can determine the sum of the series 10, 15, 20, 25, 30. Here, a = 10, d = 5, and n = 5. Using the formula, you can find that amount: S5 = 5/2 [210 + (5 - 1)5] = 5/2 [20 + 20] = 5/2 * 40 = 100. So, you would have saved a total of $100 after 5 months.

Example: Finding the 10th Term

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✦ Example:
Find the 10th term of the A.P.: 5, 8, 11, …
Solution:
a = 5, d = 3
a10=5+(10−1)×3=5+27=32
a_{10} = 5 + (10 - 1) × 3 = 5 + 27 = 32

Detailed Explanation

In this example, we need to find the 10th term of the sequence: 5, 8, 11, ... , where the first term 'a' is 5 and the common difference 'd' is 3. Using the nth term formula, we substitute n = 10 to calculate a10. Thus, a_{10} = 5 + (10 - 1) × 3 = 5 + 27 = 32. The 10th term in this A.P. is therefore 32.

Examples & Analogies

Think of a game where you gain points in equal increments. If you start with 5 points and gain 3 points each round, at the end of the 10th round, you can calculate your total points easily using the A.P. formula. After 10 rounds, you'll have accumulated 32 points.

Definitions & Key Concepts

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Key Concepts

  • Arithmetic Progression: A sequence where the difference between consecutive terms is constant.

  • Common Difference (d): The consistent difference between each term in A.P.

  • Nth Term: Formula used to determine the value of the term at position 'n'.

  • Sum of n Terms: Formula to calculate the total of the first 'n' terms.

Examples & Real-Life Applications

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Examples

  • Find the 10th term of A.P. 5, 8, 11. Solution: \( a = 5, d = 3 \) yields \( a_{10} = 5 + (10 - 1) \times 3 = 32 \).

  • Calculate the sum of the first 5 terms of A.P. 5, 8, 11. Solution: Using \( S_n = \frac{n}{2} [2a + (n-1)d] \) gives a sum of 55.

Memory Aids

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🎵 Rhymes Time

  • In an A.P. you see, terms agree, with a constant spree.

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • Imagine you’re climbing stairs, with each step being taller by the same height—this pattern shows an A.P.!

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • A.P. stands for Additive Progression, where you add the same value each time.

🎯 Super Acronyms

A.P.

  • Always Progressing with a constant Difference

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  • Term: Arithmetic Progression (A.P.)

    Definition:

    A sequence of numbers in which the difference between consecutive terms is constant.

  • Term: Common Difference

    Definition:

    The constant difference between successive terms in an A.P.

  • Term: nth Term

    Definition:

    The term that occupies a position 'n' in a sequence.

  • Term: Sum of n Terms

    Definition:

    The total sum of the first 'n' terms of a sequence.