Problem 127 of 7
Detect the invalid sequence-function representation the sequence is defined as a_k = k^2 for k=1,2,3. but also states a_3 = 8 and a_3 = 9.
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identify duplicate input or mismatched term number.
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Representation must contain duplicate input, mismatched term number, or invalid continuous display.
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1. Check for duplicate input values with different outputs.
2. Check whether the representation implies invalid non-integer inputs.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Vague statement that the sequence 'looks wrong'.