Q:

Freya is training for a track race. She starts by sprinting 200 yards. She gradually increases her distance, adding 5 yards a day for 21 days.The explicit formula that models this situation is an = 200 + (n – 1)5.How far does she sprint on day 21? A. 300 yards B. 305 yards C. 205 yards D. 221 yards

Accepted Solution

A:
The correct answer is A) 300 yd.

Using the formula, we have 200 + (21-1)(5) = 200+20(5) = 200+100=300