Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the limit as x approaches 0 for the series sum from n equals 1 to infinity of (n^3 / 3^n) * e^(3x) * sin(nx).

Solution

The mathematical expression from the image appears to be:

limx0(n=1n33ne3xsin(nx))\lim_{x \to 0} \left( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^3}{3^n} e^{3x} \sin(nx) \right)

To solve this, let's break it down step by step:

Step 1: Separate the summation and the exponential part

The summation involves terms of the form: n33ne3xsin(nx)\frac{n^3}{3^n} e^{3x} \sin(nx) We are taking the limit as x0x \to 0, so we will evaluate the behavior of this function as x0x \to 0.

Step 2: Apply the limit to each term

Since e3x1e^{3x} \to 1 as x0x \to 0, we can simplify the expression: limx0(n=1n33nsin(nx))\lim_{x \to 0} \left( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^3}{3^n} \sin(nx) \right)

Step 3: Analyze the behavior of sin(nx)\sin(nx)

For small values of xx, the sine function can be approximated using its Taylor series expansion: sin(nx)nxasx0\sin(nx) \approx nx \quad \text{as} \quad x \to 0 Thus, the expression becomes: limx0(n=1n33nnx)=xlimx0(n=1n43n)\lim_{x \to 0} \left( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^3}{3^n} nx \right) = x \lim_{x \to 0} \left( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^4}{3^n} \right)

Step 4: Simplify the summation

Now we need to compute the summation: n=1n43n\sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^4}{3^n} This is a standard power series, and the result of such a series can be obtained using special techniques or reference to known summation results.

Step 5: Conclusion

The limit x0x \to 0 makes the entire expression x×x \times a constant (from the sum), which evaluates to 0 because of the multiplying factor of xx. Thus: limx0(n=1n33ne3xsin(nx))=0\lim_{x \to 0} \left( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{n^3}{3^n} e^{3x} \sin(nx) \right) = 0

Final Answer:

The limit is: 00


Would you like further details on how the summation was handled or more explanation on the steps? Here are five related questions:

  1. How do you calculate power series involving exponential functions?
  2. What is the Taylor series expansion of sin(x)\sin(x) and how is it used in limits?
  3. How do limits affect infinite sums in calculus?
  4. What techniques can be used to simplify complicated sums like n43n\sum \frac{n^4}{3^n}?
  5. How does the small angle approximation of trigonometric functions work?

Tip: Always look for ways to approximate functions, like using Taylor series, when dealing with limits. It simplifies complex expressions!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Series
Exponential Functions
Trigonometric Functions

Formulas

Limit: \( \lim_{x \to 0} f(x) \)
Series: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} a_n \)
Exponential Function: \( e^x \)
Sine Function: \( \sin(x) \)
Taylor Series Expansion: \( \sin(x) \approx x \text{ for small } x \)

Theorems

Taylor Series Expansion
Properties of Limits
Convergence of Series

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate