Find the solution to each of these recurrence relations with the given initial conditions. Use an iterative approach such as that used in Example 10. a) an = −an−1, a0 = 5 b) an = an−1 + 3, a0 = 1 c) an = an−1 − n, a0 = 4 d) an = 2an−1 − 3, a0 = −1

Which of the following is an advantage of using embryonic stem cells in medical research? a. the use of embryonic stem cells is much less expensive than the use of adult stem cells. o b. no living tissue is damaged when scientists use embryonic stem cells. o c. embryonic stem cells are able to differentiate into a wider range of cells than adult stem cells. d. there is no controversy surrounding the use of embryonic stem cells.