Question

Given the function notation for the explicitly defined sequence f (n) = 2"-1,
, find the fifth term
of the sequence. (1 point)
f (5)

Answer 1

To find the fifth term of the sequence given by the function \( f(n) = 2^n - 1 \), we need to evaluate \( f(5) \).

Let's compute it step-by-step:

\[
f(5) = 2^5 - 1
\]

Calculating \( 2^5 \):

\[
2^5 = 32
\]

Now, subtract 1:

\[
f(5) = 32 - 1 = 31
\]

Therefore, the fifth term of the sequence is:

\[
\boxed{31}
\]