Math Problem Statement
sigma (n=1 and infinity) sin(8/n)
Solution
The series you presented is:
To determine whether this series converges or diverges, let's analyze the behavior of the terms as .
- As becomes large, becomes very small. For small values of , is approximately , so:
- This means that for large , the terms of the series behave like . The series is known as the harmonic series, which diverges.
Since behaves like for large , and the harmonic series diverges, the series also diverges by comparison to the harmonic series.
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Here are 5 related questions:
- What is the harmonic series and why does it diverge?
- How can we apply the comparison test to determine convergence?
- How does the behavior of small-angle approximations help in series analysis?
- What is the integral test for convergence, and can it be applied here?
- How does a series involving trigonometric functions typically behave?
Tip: When analyzing the convergence of a series, approximate the terms for large and compare it to a known series.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Series
Convergence and Divergence
Trigonometry
Harmonic Series
Small-Angle Approximation
Formulas
sin(x) ≈ x for small values of x
Harmonic Series: ∑ (1/n) from n=1 to infinity
Theorems
Comparison Test
Harmonic Series Divergence
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Mathematics or Advanced High School (Grades 11-12)