Math Problem Statement

(x^(n+5))/2n! find the radius and the interval

Solution

To find the radius of convergence and the interval of convergence for the series given by xn+52n!\frac{x^{n+5}}{2n!}, we can apply the ratio test.

Step 1: Ratio Test

The general term of the series is:

an=xn+52n!a_n = \frac{x^{n+5}}{2n!}

We apply the ratio test by considering the limit:

L=limnan+1anL = \lim_{n \to \infty} \left| \frac{a_{n+1}}{a_n} \right|

Calculating an+1a_{n+1}:

an+1=x(n+1)+52(n+1)!=xn+62(n+1)!a_{n+1} = \frac{x^{(n+1)+5}}{2(n+1)!} = \frac{x^{n+6}}{2(n+1)!}

Now, calculate an+1an\frac{a_{n+1}}{a_n}:

an+1an=xn+62(n+1)!xn+52n!=xn+6xn+52n!2(n+1)!=x1n+1\frac{a_{n+1}}{a_n} = \frac{\frac{x^{n+6}}{2(n+1)!}}{\frac{x^{n+5}}{2n!}} = \frac{x^{n+6}}{x^{n+5}} \cdot \frac{2n!}{2(n+1)!} = x \cdot \frac{1}{n+1}

Thus, we find:

L=limnx1n+1=limnxn+1=0L = \lim_{n \to \infty} \left| x \cdot \frac{1}{n+1} \right| = \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{|x|}{n+1} = 0

Step 2: Determine Radius of Convergence

Since L=0L = 0 for all xx, the series converges for all xRx \in \mathbb{R}.

Thus, the radius of convergence RR is:

R=R = \infty

Step 3: Determine the Interval of Convergence

Since the series converges for all xx, the interval of convergence is:

(,)(-\infty, \infty)

Summary

  • Radius of Convergence: R=R = \infty
  • Interval of Convergence: (,)(- \infty, \infty)

Do you want more details or have any questions about this process? Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. What is the significance of the radius of convergence?
  2. How does the ratio test compare with the root test?
  3. Can you provide examples of similar series?
  4. What happens at the endpoints of convergence in different series?
  5. How do factorials influence convergence behavior?

Tip: When analyzing convergence, always consider using multiple tests if you're unsure, especially for complex series.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Series Convergence
Factorials
Ratio Test

Formulas

a_n = x^(n+5) / 2n!
L = lim (n -> ∞) |a_(n+1)/a_n|
R = ∞

Theorems

Ratio Test

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12