ZIMSEC A-Level Pure Mathematics
6.3.1Sequences
Sequences in ZIMSEC A-Level Pure Mathematics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
Subtopic42 practice questions2 lessons
Overview
Form 5.
Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 6.3.1.1Form 5: define a sequence and calculate successive terms from definitions such as uₙ = n² and uₙ₊₁ = 2uₙ.
- 6.3.1.2Form 5: distinguish among periodic, oscillating, convergent and divergent sequences.
- 6.3.1.3Form 5: define arithmetic and geometric progressions and find their general and other terms.
- 6.3.1.4Form 5: find sums of arithmetic and geometric progressions and the sum to infinity of a convergent geometric series.
Lessons
- Full access
Geometric progressions and the sum to infinity
45 min
- Full access
Sequences, sigma notation and arithmetic progressions
45 min
Join to read every lesson, or see what Full access includes.
Sample question
A sample question on this topic. Answer it, check it, then read the worked answer.
Turn Sequences into a strength.
Practise with instant marking, see your mastery grow and get a study plan built around your exam date.