If the Sequence Is Geometric, Find the Common Ratio

question 31

Multiple Choice

If the sequence is geometric, find the common ratio. If the sequence is not geometric, say so.
-3, 6, 12, 24, 48

• A) 6
• B) 1/2
• C) 2
• D) Not geometric

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Definitions:

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Sickle-cell Anemia

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