Alex and Jesse are baking holiday muffins. On day one, they baked five muffins, on day two, they baked 11 muffins, and on day three, they baked 17 muffins. What is the slope for this arithmetic sequence?(1 point)

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−6
negative 6

1
1

6
6

−1
negative 1

3 answers

To find the slope of the arithmetic sequence, we need to determine the difference between the number of muffins baked on consecutive days.

  • From day one to day two: \( 11 - 5 = 6 \)

  • From day two to day three: \( 17 - 11 = 6 \)

The common difference, or slope of the sequence, is \( 6 \).

So, the answer is \( 6 \).

THEY DO THO

It seems there may be confusion in interpreting the question about the slope or common difference in an arithmetic sequence. In this case:

  1. Day 1: Baked 5 muffins
  2. Day 2: Baked 11 muffins
  3. Day 3: Baked 17 muffins

To find the slope (common difference) between the days:

  • From Day 1 to Day 2: \( 11 - 5 = 6 \)

  • From Day 2 to Day 3: \( 17 - 11 = 6 \)

In both cases, the difference is \( 6 \).

Thus, the slope for this arithmetic sequence is indeed \( 6 \). If you were expecting a different interpretation or context, please clarify so I can assist you better!