Write the Sum Using Summation Notation, Assuming the Suggested Pattern $$2 - 4 + 8 - 16 + \ldots$$

question 47

Multiple Choice

Write the sum using summation notation, assuming the suggested pattern continues.
- $$2 - 4 + 8 - 16 + \ldots$$

• A) \(\sum _ { n = 0 } ^ { \infty } 2 ( - 2 ) ^ { n - 1 }\)
• B) \(\sum _ { n = 0 } ^ { \infty } 2 \cdot 2 ^ { n + 1 }\)
• C) \(\sum _ { n = 0 } ^ { \infty } 22 ^ { n }\)
• D) \(\sum _ { n = 0 } ^ { \infty } 2 ( - 2 ) ^ { n }\)

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