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Let a1= - 1 , an+1= (6+an) / (2+an). a) Assume that the given recursive sequence...

Let a1= - 1 , an+1= (6+an) / (2+an).

a) Assume that the given recursive sequence is convergent. Find the limit.

b) Is the given sequence bounded? Why?

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