Question:medium

If \[ \sum_{n=1}^{10}(i^n+i^{n+1}+i^{n+2}) = x+iy, \] then $2x+3y=$

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Always exploit the period 4 cycle of powers of $i$: \[ i,\,-1,\,-i,\,1. \] Large summations become very short calculations.
Updated On: Jun 17, 2026
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The Correct Option is B

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