Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 12 Sequences and Series - 12.5 Use Recursive Rules with Sequences and Functions - 12.5 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 830: 7

Answer

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Work Step by Step

According to the exercise: $a_1=2$ $a_2=(a_1)^2+1=2^2+1=5$ $a_3=(a_2)^2+1=5^2+1=26$ $a_4=(a_3)^2+1=26^2+1=677$ $a_5=(a_4)^2+1=677^2+1=458330$
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