The nth term of the geometric series is .
Where is first term and r is common ratio.
The 3rd term of the geometric series is .
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The 6th term of the geometric series is .
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Dividing the equations (2) by (1).
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The power of .
Apply powers are equal property: If then a = b.
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Apply division property of equality: a = b then .
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The sum of a geometric series is .
Where is first term and r is common ratio.
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The value of .