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高二選擇性必修 第二册(A版).pdf · 4.2 · PDF 17 / printed page 12

Revisit first: Concept of a sequence

TOPIC 01

Arithmetic sequences

Derive terms and sums and solve indexed arithmetic models.

What you will be able to explain

  • Derive terms and sums and solve indexed arithmetic models.
  • Justify the method and check the conditions in a new situation.

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Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Foundation#Worked example

Find a6.

a1=2,d=3a_1=2,\quad d=3
  • A finite sum contains n terms, hence n−1 differences.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Use the common difference and the arithmetic-sum formula.
Hint 2
Use this intermediate relation.
a6=a1+5da_6=a_1+5d
Worked solution
  1. Use the common difference and the arithmetic-sum formula.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    a6=2+15=17a_6=2+15=17
  3. The sixth term is five differences after the first.

The requested value is 17.

Checks and common pitfalls: The sixth term is five differences after the first.

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Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Derive terms and sums and solve indexed arithmetic models.
  • Which condition is essential in arithmetic sequences?
  • How does the sign of the common difference affect the largest partial sum?

Board plan

  • Defining relation: Derive terms and sums and solve indexed arithmetic models.
    an=a1+(n−1)d;Sn=n(a1+an)/2a_n=a_1+(n-1)d;\quad S_n=n(a_1+a_n)/2
  • Conditions: A finite sum contains n terms, hence n−1 differences.

Anticipated thinking

  • A middle-term identity depends on the number of terms being odd.

Assessment checklist

  • 1 mark: choose the correct representation and conditions.
  • 1 mark: establish the intermediate relation.
  • 1 mark: complete a connected calculation or proof.
  • 1 mark: interpret and check the conclusion.

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