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Find a4.

Read the idea, work independently, then explain what changed.

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TOPIC 01

Geometric sequences

Connect ratios, indexed powers and finite geometric sums.

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

01 / Foundation#Worked example

a_1=2,\quad q=2

Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1

Use the common ratio and check its special cases.

Hint 2

Use this intermediate relation.

a_4=a_1q^3

Worked solution

The requested value is 16.

Checks and common pitfalls: Use n−1 in the exponent.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Teacher preparation and assessment

Defining relation: Connect ratios, indexed powers and finite geometric sums.
$a_n=a_1q^{n-1};\quad S_n=a_1(1-q^n)/(1-q)$
Conditions: The geometric ratio is defined for nonzero terms; q=1 uses Sn=na1.