Is the number -100 an element of the following sequence?
−10n
To determine if the number −100 is part of the sequence defined by −10n, we follow these steps:
- Step 1: Set up the equation based on the sequence formula.
We have the formula −10n for the sequence, and we need to find if there exists an integer n such that −10n=−100.
- Step 2: Solve the equation for n.
−10n=−100.
To isolate n, divide both sides of the equation by −10:
n=−10−100.
n=10.
- Step 3: Verify if n is a valid index.
Since n=10 is a positive integer, this means that −100 is indeed an element of the sequence.
As n=10, −100 is the tenth element in the sequence −10n.
Therefore, the solution to the problem is that yes, −100 is an element of the sequence, specifically the tenth element. This corresponds to the answer choice: Yes, it is the tenth element.
Yes, it is the tenth element.