Find the Sum $$\sum _ { i = 1 } ^ { 4 } - i + 5$$

question 8

Multiple Choice

Find the sum. $$\sum _ { i = 1 } ^ { 4 } - i + 5$$

• A)1
• B)15
• C)10
• D)-10
• E)9

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