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Chapter 11: Q1. (page 586)

Explain the difference between a sequence and a series.

Short Answer

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Sequence is a list of numbers in a particular order whereas series is an indicated sum of the terms of a sequence.

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Step 1. Given Information.

Given to write the difference between a sequence and a series.

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Step 2. Explanation.

Sequence is a list of numbers in a particular order like 2, 4, 6, 8,...

Whereas series is an indicated sum of the terms of a sequence like 2+4+6+8+...

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Step 3. Conclusion.

Sequence is a list of numbers in a particular order whereas series is an indicated sum of the terms of a sequence.

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