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Solve the following problems on series. Show your complete solutions.

I’ll solve these series problems step-by-step. Let's go through each problem one by one. I will analyze convergence and determine whether each series is absolutely convergent, conditionally convergent, or divergent as requested.

### Part I: Convergence Analysis

1. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{\sqrt{n}}{1 + n^{3/2}} \)

   **Solution**: We can use the **Limit Comparison Test** with a simpler series. Comparing this term \( \frac{\sqrt{n}}{1 + n^{3/2}} \) with \( \frac{\sqrt{n}}{n^{3/2}} = \frac{1}{n} \), we get a harmonic comparison. The harmonic series \( \sum \frac{1}{n} \) diverges, so this series diverges as well.

2. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{(-3)^n}{(2n+1)!} \)

   **Solution**: This series can be analyzed using the **Ratio Test**. By calculating \( \lim_{n \to \infty} \left| \frac{a_{n+1}}{a_n} \right| \), we will find if it converges or diverges.

3. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{2^n \cdot 4^n}{e^n} \)

   **Solution**: Simplify each term to \( \frac{8^n}{e^n} \) and apply the **Ratio Test**.

4. **Series**: \( \sum_{k=1}^{\infty} \frac{\cos(k\pi)}{3k + 2} \)

   **Solution**: This series has an alternating sign due to \( \cos(k\pi) = (-1)^k \). We will apply the **Alternating Series Test**.

5. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=2}^{\infty} \frac{(-1)^n}{n \ln n} \)

   **Solution**: We apply the **Alternating Series Test** and check for absolute convergence.

6. **Series**: \( \sum_{k=1}^{\infty} \ln \left( \frac{k^2 + 1}{2k^2 + 1} \right) \)

   **Solution**: Evaluate using a **Comparison Test** with logarithmic terms or simplify the expression inside.

7. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} (-1)^{n-1} \frac{n}{n^2 + 4} \)

   **Solution**: Use the **Alternating Series Test** and check for absolute convergence.

8. **Series**: \( \sum_{m=1}^{\infty} \left( \frac{-2m}{m + 1} \right)^{5m} \)

   **Solution**: Since each term grows rapidly, we can apply the **Ratio Test** for convergence analysis.

### Part II: Sum Estimation

9. **Series**: \( \sum_{k=1}^{\infty} \frac{\left(-\frac{1}{3}\right)^n}{n} \)

   **Solution**: This is a logarithmic-like series with an alternating ratio. We can find an approximation to four decimal places.

10. **Series**: \( \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} n e^{-2n} \)

   **Solution**: This series involves exponential decay, and we can approximate it using numerical methods or known convergence formulas for exponential series.

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### Follow-up Questions:

1. How does the Ratio Test help determine the convergence of a series?
2. What is the difference between absolute and conditional convergence?
3. When is it appropriate to use the Limit Comparison Test?
4. Why does the Alternating Series Test only apply to series with alternating terms?
5. How can we approximate the sum of a convergent series to a specific decimal place?

#### Tip:
For complex series, the Ratio and Root Tests are generally effective, especially when terms involve exponential or factorial expressions.

Solve the following problems on series. Show your complete solution.

Learn to analyze the convergence of series using methods like the Limit Comparison Test, Ratio Test, and Alternating Series Test. This problem set includes determining absolute and conditional convergence, with a focus on advanced calculus techniques.

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