Write a formula for the general term (the nth term) of the arithmetic sequence.-26, -31 , -36, -41, ...

A. an = - 5n - 26
B. an = - 5n - 21
C. an = 5n + 26
D. an = 5n + 21


Answer: B

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A.
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AB =   
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C.
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D.
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