Use the Formula for the Sum of the First N $\sum _ { i = 1 } ^ { 25 } ( 2 i - 7 )$

question 37

Multiple Choice

Use the formula for the sum of the first n terms of an arithmetic sequence to find the indicated sum.
- $\sum _ { i = 1 } ^ { 25 } ( 2 i - 7 )$

• A) 587.5
• B) 475
• C) 675
• D) 450

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Definitions:

Sexual Isolation

A mechanism of evolutionary divergence where different species or populations can no longer interbreed due to behavioral or genetic barriers.

Gametic Isolation

A prezygotic barrier where gametes (egg and sperm) of different species are incompatible, preventing fertilization.

Mechanical Isolation

A form of reproductive barrier where differences in the size and shape of reproductive organs prevent mating between species.

Sympatric Speciation

The evolution of a new species within the same geographic region as the parental species. Compare with allopatric speciation.