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PS · Problem Solving
sub-505
Sequences
Maria is crafting a bracelet using beads in a sequence of yellow, pink, teal, brown, and gray. If the 1st bead is yellow, what color will the 187th bead be?
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yellow
pink
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C
teal
D
brown
E
gray
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The color pattern repeats every five beads. To find the color of the 187th bead, we calculate…
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ThưJul 10, 2024
good question
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AdityaOct 17, 2024
Thanks
What this question tests
What it tests
Your ability to spot and extend arithmetic and geometric sequences and work with recursive definitions.
Common trap
Off-by-one errors in indexing (a₀ vs a₁) or confusing an arithmetic difference with a geometric ratio.
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Difficulty
sub-505
Type
PS
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