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nth Term

Revise nth Term in Algebra for GCSE Mathematics with 11 exam-style questions and 4 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should be part of a solid GCSE revision cycle.

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The Formula for Any Term

Introduction2

Key Vocabulary

Key Facts3

Method: Finding the nth Term

Deep Dive4

Worked Example 1: Finding the nth Term

Notes5

Worked Example 2: Using the nth Term

Notes6

Worked Example 3: Decreasing Sequence

Notes7

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Exam Tips

Sample Flashcards

What is the nth term?
A formula that allows you to find any term in a sequence by substituting the position number (n)
What does 'n' represent?
The position number in the sequence (1st term: n=1, 2nd term: n=2, etc.)

Sample Questions

The nth term of a sequence is 3n + 2. What is the 5th term?

  • A. 17
  • B. 15
  • C. 13
  • D. 20
1 markfoundation

A student claims that 50 is a term in the sequence with nth term 3n + 1. Show whether this claim is correct.

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