Find the 5th term of the arithmetic progression whose first term is 3 and common difference is 6.

Step-by-step solution

1. Use the nth‑term formula $a_n=a+(n-1)d$.
2. Substitute $a=3$, $d=6$, $n=5$ into the formula.
3. Compute $a_5=3+(5-1)\times 6=3+24=27$.
4. Thus the 5th term is 27.

Concept tested: nth term of AP

Published 23 August 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked

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