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A sequence is defined by a₀ = 0, a₁ = 1 and aₙ = aₙ₋₁ + 2aₙ₋₂ for n ≥ 2. The value of a₅ is

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A sequence is defined by a₀ = 0, a₁ = 1 and aₙ = aₙ₋₁ + 2aₙ₋₂ for n ≥ 2. The value of a₅ is

  • A9
  • B21
  • C13
  • D11
Correct answer: D

Explanation

The terms are 0, 1, 1, 3, 5, 11, so a₅ = a₄ + 2a₃ = 5 + 6 = 11.

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