Question

Consider the sequence 16, –8, 4, –2, 1, ...
a. Describe the pattern formed in the sequence.
b. Find the next three terms.

Answer 1

I guess, it is (-1) ^n_1 * 2^ (4-n) is the form of the sequence.
and the next three terms should be: - 1/2, 1/4 and - 1/8
Hope this works. :)

Answer 2

If you need more explanation, tell me then.

Answer 3

thank you

Answer 4

does it read (-1)^n-1 * 2^(4-n)