In this arithmetic and geometric progressions learning exercise, learners solve and complete 8 different types of progression problems. First, they determine whether each progression is arithmetic, geometric, or neither. Then, students...

In this Algebra II/Trigonometry activity, 11th graders evaluate arithmetic and geometric series.  The two page activity contains ten multiple-choice problems.  Answers provided. 

In this geometric series worksheet, students find the nth term in a sequence.  They evaluate a given geometric sequence and determine the number of terms in a geometric series.  This two-page worksheet contains 26...

In this algebra learning exercise, high schoolers calculate the sum of a finite, geometric or arithmetic series. There are 5 multiple choice questions.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve sequences using the geometric mean for sequences and series. They have to find the next number in the pattern using the formula for geometric means. There are 23 problems to be solved.

In this trigonometry activity, students calculate the sum of the terms in an arithmetic and geometric series.  This two-page activity contains 5 multi-step problems.  Answers are provided at the bottom of the page.

Fall for a series. Learners determine how to find out how far a skydiver falls in the first 20 seconds. The Algebra II lesson introduces the idea of adding up the terms of an arithmetic sequence. Pupils learn how to use Sigma notation to...

In this sequencing worksheet, students solve problems with sequences and series. They derive formulas to solve word problems and receive specific points for doing so. There are 8 questions with an answer key.

Learners analyze geometric series in detail. They determine convergence and sum of geometric series, identify a series that satisfies the alternating series test and utilize a graphing handheld to approximate the sum of a series.

Students are exposed to different types of sequences. in this sequencing instructional activity, students learn about simple sequences, multiplication sequences, declining sequences, the Fibonacci sequence and other sequences.

A 27-page packet full of math games and activities builds on algebra, measurement, geometry, fractional, and graphing skills. Young mathematicians participate in math games collaboratively, promoting teamwork and skills practice.

Pupils learn the steps for basic constructions using a straightedge, a compass, and a pencil. Pairs develop the skills to copy a segment and an angle, bisect a segment and an angle, and construct parallel and perpendicular lines.

In this secondary mathematics worksheet, learners solve problems that involve patterns, arithmetic and geometric sequences, geometric logic and reasoning, and changing bases.  The three page worksheet contains fourteen...

Calculus students use the derivative and integral to solve problems involving areas. They calculate the area under a curve as they follow a robot off road making different curves along the drive, using Riemann Sums and...

High schoolers are introduced to infinite series, geometric and telescoping series as well as the relationship between the sequence of partial sums of a series and its sum. They apply symbolic capacity of their calculator and calculus to...

Pupils discover the relationship between the sides of a polygon and the number of diagonals that can be drawn from one vertex, the number of triangles that those diagonals form, and the sum of the interior angles of that polygon.

Students will be able to make use of structure on their way to deriving a formula for the sum of a geometric series. They will also gain more experience in finding the nth term of a sequence/series. Includes short video. [1:15]

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Calculating the sums of finite geometric series

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers finding the sum of a geometric series using the formula and the calculator.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers identifying infinite geometric series for which a sum can be determined, and finding the sum.

This task presents a real world application, prescribing a course of antibiotics. In this task, a finite geometric series is utilized. Aligns with A-SSE.B.4.

The tutorial discusses sequences and series. Students learn about arithmetic sequences, geometric sequences, partial sums, and infinite geometric series. The resource consists of class notes and examples with solutions.

This task, commentary, and solutions, were authored by Lacey Dixon and Jonathan Utegaard of The University of Arizona. The purpose of this task is to have students derive the formula for the sum of a specific finite geometric series....

For this activity, students learn to identify geometric series. They determine if a sequence converges and also learn to calculate the sum of numbers in a geometric series.