The discussion revolves around solving the equation 2n² - 4n + 7 = 34, with the condition that n > 1. Participants are exploring the values of n that satisfy this equation.
The discussion includes attempts to calculate specific values of the expression and verify their correctness. Some participants are checking each other's calculations, indicating an active engagement with the problem. However, there is no explicit consensus on the correctness of the values being discussed.
Participants are working under the assumption that the equation must be solved for n > 1, and there are indications of confusion regarding the calculations and interpretations of the results.
a[sub]n[/sub] = 2n[sup]2[/sup] - 4n + 7
n>1
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4
Ea[sub]i[/sub] 5+7+13+9=34
i=1
a[sub]4[/sub] = 2(4)[sup]2[/sup] - 4(4) + 7 = 32 - 23 = 9How about this
a[sub]n[/sub] = 2n[sup]2[/sup] - 4n + 7
n>1
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4
Ea[sub]i[/sub] 5+7+13+23=48
i=1
a[sub]4[/sub] = 2(4)[sup]2[/sup] - 4(4) + 7 = 32 - 16 + 7 = 23