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Geometric Sequences: A geometric sequence has math and math. Find math.

Common ratios.

Try the problem

A geometric sequence has a2=6a_2=6 and a5=162a_5=162. Find rr.

Hint and answer

Concept to use

Finite sums.

Hint

Use the finite or infinite geometric-sum formula.

Answer

3

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