Determine If the Sequence Is Arithmetic $$a _ { 1 } = - 3 , a _ { n } = 3 a _ { n - 1 }- 4$$

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Multiple Choice

Determine if the sequence is arithmetic. If the sequence is arithmetic, find the common difference.
- $$a _ { 1 } = - 3 , a _ { n } = 3 a _ { n - 1 }- 4$$

• A)yes, -4
• B)no
• C)yes, 4
• D)yes, 3

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