A sequence is generated by a^n =-4(3^n) -1 . What is the value of the fifth term ? A. -61
B -973
C. -971
D.728

Part of the total score for each program is the sum of five program component scores. on the free program, the sum of these five program component scores is multiplied by a factor of 2.0. yuzuru hanyu, of japan, earned scores of 9.07, 8.96, 8.89, 9.21, and 9.36 for the program components portion of his free program. how many total points did he receive for this portion?

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Marla bought a book for $12.95, a binder for $3.49, and a backpack for $44.99. the sales tax rate is 6%. find the amount of tax and the total she paid for these items