To solve the given summation problem, we need to compute:

$\sum_{n=1}^{130} \frac{(-1)^n}{n}$

Steps to Calculate

1. Understand the series:

   • This is an alternating series because $(-1)^n$ alternates between -1 and 1 as $n$ increases.
   • The denominator increases as $n$, making terms smaller as $n$ grows.

2. Use a graphing calculator:

   • Use the summation feature of a graphing calculator or a computational tool to evaluate the sum.
   • Input the formula directly: $\sum_{n=1}^{130} \frac{(-1)^n}{n}$.

3. Round to six decimal places:

   • Once the sum is computed, round it to six decimal places as requested.

Calculating the Sum

If you're using a calculator or computational software:

• For $n = 1$, $\frac{(-1)^1}{1} = -1$
• For $n = 2$, $\frac{(-1)^2}{2} = 0.5$
• Continue summing all terms up to $n = 130$.

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Related Questions:

1. What is the general formula for an alternating harmonic series?
2. How does the convergence of the series change as $n \to \infty$?
3. Can you approximate the sum by considering only a few initial terms?
4. How would the result change if the denominator was $n^2$ instead of $n$?
5. Can this series be expressed in terms of logarithmic or other mathematical functions?

Tip:

When dealing with alternating series, always check for convergence using the Alternating Series Test: the series converges if the absolute value of the terms decreases to zero.