The First Several Terms of a Sequence Are Given $$- 7 , - 5 , - 3 , - 1 , \ldots ; S _ { 5 }$$

question 106

Multiple Choice

The first several terms of a sequence are given. Find the indicated partial sum.
- $$- 7 , - 5 , - 3 , - 1 , \ldots ; S _ { 5 }$$

• A)-35
• B)75
• C)-15
• D)21

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