Math Problem Statement

Select all statements below which are true about an=\cos \left(\pi ^{-n}\right) Group of answer choices

the sequence is bounded above

the sequence is bounded below

the sequence is bounded

the sequence is non-increasing

the sequence is non-decreasing

the sequence is monotone

the sequence covereges

the sequence diverges

Solution

Let's analyze the sequence an=cos(πn)a_n = \cos\left(\pi^{-n}\right):

  1. Bounded Above and Below:

    • The function cos(x)\cos(x) always takes values between 1-1 and 11 for any real number xx.
    • Therefore, for all nn, an=cos(πn)a_n = \cos(\pi^{-n}) must also be between 1-1 and 11.
    • So the sequence is bounded above (by 1) and bounded below (by -1).
    • Therefore, the sequence is bounded.
  2. Monotonicity:

    • Consider the argument inside the cosine, πn\pi^{-n}, which decreases as nn increases.
    • Since cos(x)\cos(x) is a periodic function, it's not guaranteed that the values of cos(πn)\cos(\pi^{-n}) will decrease or increase consistently as nn increases. This function oscillates, meaning the sequence is neither non-increasing nor non-decreasing.
    • Thus, the sequence is not monotone.
  3. Convergence or Divergence:

    • As nn \to \infty, πn0\pi^{-n} \to 0.
    • Since cos(0)=1\cos(0) = 1, the sequence converges to 1.
    • Hence, the sequence converges.

Correct True Statements:

  • The sequence is bounded above.
  • The sequence is bounded below.
  • The sequence is bounded.
  • The sequence converges.

False Statements:

  • The sequence is non-increasing.
  • The sequence is non-decreasing.
  • The sequence is monotone.
  • The sequence diverges.

Do you have any questions or would you like further clarification on any part?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. What does it mean for a sequence to be bounded?
  2. How do we formally prove a sequence is convergent?
  3. What is the difference between a monotone and oscillating sequence?
  4. Can a sequence be bounded and divergent at the same time?
  5. How does the periodic nature of cosine affect the behavior of sequences?

Tip: When studying sequences, always check if the sequence has a limit as nn \to \infty, as this helps in determining whether the sequence converges or diverges.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Sequences
Trigonometry
Convergence and Divergence
Monotonicity

Formulas

cos(x) formula
Bounded sequence definition
Limit of sequence as n approaches infinity

Theorems

Squeeze Theorem
Limit of Trigonometric Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level (Calculus or Mathematical Analysis)