QUESTION 3 The following is an arithmetic sequence: \( \begin{array}{ll}3.1 \quad \text { Calculate the value of } p \text {. } \\ 3.2 \quad \text { Write down the value of: } \\ 3.2 .1 \quad \text { The first term of the sequence } \\ 3.2 .2 \quad \text { The common difference } \\ \text { Explain why none of the numbers in this arithmetic sequence are perfect squares. } \\ 3.3\end{array} \)

Hello! It looks like you're working on a problem related to arithmetic sequences with several subparts. However, to provide accurate and comprehensive assistance, I'll need a bit more information about the specific arithmetic sequence mentioned in **QUESTION 3**. Typically, an arithmetic sequence is defined by its terms, such as: \[ a_1, a_2, a_3, \ldots \] where each term after the first is obtained by adding a constant difference \( d \) to the previous term: \[ a_{n} = a_{n-1} + d \] Given your sub-questions, it seems like there might be specific terms or expressions involving the variable \( p \) in the sequence. To help you effectively, could you please provide the actual terms of the arithmetic sequence or any additional details related to the sequence? For example, if the sequence is something like: \[ 5, p, 13, \ldots \] I can help you find the value of \( p \), determine the first term, common difference, and explain the properties related to perfect squares. **Once you provide the sequence, here's how I can assist with each part:** ### 3.1 Calculate the value of \( p \) - **Given Terms:** Identify the pattern and set up an equation based on the common difference to solve for \( p \). ### 3.2 Write down the value of: #### 3.2.1 The first term of the sequence - **First Term (\( a_1 \)):** Directly take the first term from the sequence. #### 3.2.2 The common difference (\( d \)) - **Common Difference:** Subtract the first term from the second term or any two consecutive terms. ### Explain why none of the numbers in this arithmetic sequence are perfect squares. - **Reasoning:** Analyze the sequence terms to determine why they cannot be perfect squares, possibly based on their structure or properties of squares relative to the common difference. ### 3.3 - **Content Needed:** Please provide the details or question associated with part 3.3 so I can assist you accordingly. --- **Please provide the specific terms or additional context of the arithmetic sequence, and I'll be happy to guide you through each part of the question!**