Sigma Notation Practice
Practice worksheet for understanding and applying sigma notation in sums and series.
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Sigma Notation Practice
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to provide the correct answers. Show all your work where applicable.
1. Evaluate the following sum:
∑ (2k + 1) for k from 1 to 4
2. Calculate the value of the sum:
∑ (n²) for n from 1 to 3
Express the following series using sigma notation:
3. 3 + 6 + 9 + 12 + 15 =
4. 1 + 4 + 9 + 16 + 25 =
5. Which of the following is equivalent to ∑ (c * a_k) where c is a constant?
c + ∑ a_k
c * ∑ a_k
∑ (c * a_k)
c / ∑ a_k
6. The upper limit of summation must always be greater than the lower limit.
True
False
7. A sequence is defined by a_n = 3n - 2. Find the sum of the first 5 terms using sigma notation and evaluate it.
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