Question

F ind the value of n that gives the
first negative term of the series
T 1000 2n n= − .

Answer 1

tn =1000-2n
Tn<0
1000-2n<0
-2n<-1000
n<-1000/-2
which should equal to 500

Answer 2

but the answer is 501 i dont know why?

Answer 3

n>500

Answer 4

that means all terms or numbers greater than 500 are accepted and the smallest one is 501

Answer 5

n i guess is for natural no,,, or a positive integer...

Answer 6

so 501 is the best choice

Answer 7

but it doesnt say in the question

Answer 8

its just saysfirst negative term of series

Answer 9

see n>500 is the solution....right?

Answer 10

yes

Answer 11

ohhh i get it

Answer 12

so one thing is clear 500 is not the answer