Determine If the Sequence Given Is Geometric

question 86

Multiple Choice

Determine if the sequence given is geometric. If yes, name the common ratio. 9, 4, -1, -6, -11, . . .

• A) geometric; r = -5
• B) geometric; r = 5
• C) geometric; r = 9
• D) not geometric

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Definitions:

Water Velocity

The speed at which water flows in a given direction within a stream, river, or other body of water.

Delta

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets, depositing sediment and forming an area often rich in wildlife and agriculture.

Discharge

The volume of fluid passing a point within a given time, commonly used in reference to the flow of rivers and streams.

Sediment Load

The total volume or mass of sediment that is being transported by a stream, river, or other fluid flow systems.