This math topic explores summing series of integers from 1 to N using summation notation. Students are asked to interpret summation expressions and match them to their respective textual descriptions, focusing on determining the inclusive range of integers summed. Each question provides multiple choices to select the correct description of the sum indicated by the given summation expression. This reinforces the ability to understand and translate mathematical notation into verbal expressions. Overall, the problems help strengthen skills in interpreting summation notation and understanding number patterns within sequences.

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Sums - Series of Integers 1 to N - Summation Form to Text Worksheet

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Sums - Series of Integers 1 to N - Summation Form to Text
1
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 23 n
a
The sum of all integers from 0 to 23, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 1 to 23, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 1 to 22, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 2 to 23, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 1 to 24, inclusive
2
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 14 n
a
The sum of all integers from 1 to 15, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 1 to 13, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 0 to 14, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 1 to 14, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 2 to 14, inclusive
3
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 10 n
a
The sum of all integers from 1 to 10, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 1 to 9, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 1 to 11, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 0 to 10, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 2 to 10, inclusive
4
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 21 n
a
The sum of all integers from 1 to 21, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 0 to 21, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 1 to 22, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 1 to 20, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 2 to 21, inclusive
5
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 18 n
a
The sum of all integers from 1 to 18, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 1 to 19, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 2 to 18, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 0 to 18, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 1 to 17, inclusive
6
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 17 n
a
The sum of all integers from 0 to 17, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 1 to 17, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 1 to 18, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 2 to 17, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 1 to 16, inclusive
7
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 11 n
a
The sum of all integers from 1 to 10, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 2 to 11, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 0 to 11, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 1 to 12, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 1 to 11, inclusive
8
What would describe the sum this summation form indicates?
A LaTex expression showing sum of sub n=1 to the power of 24 n
a
The sum of all integers from 0 to 24, inclusive
b
The sum of all integers from 2 to 24, inclusive
c
The sum of all integers from 1 to 25, inclusive
d
The sum of all integers from 1 to 24, inclusive
e
The sum of all integers from 1 to 23, inclusive