Math Problem Statement

Use sigma notation to write the sum: 1/(6(1)) + 1/(6(2)) + 1/(6(3)) + ... + 1/(6(19)).

Solution

The image shows a sequence that needs to be expressed in sigma notation. The sum is:

16(1)+16(2)+16(3)++16(19)\frac{1}{6(1)} + \frac{1}{6(2)} + \frac{1}{6(3)} + \dots + \frac{1}{6(19)}

To write this sum in sigma notation, notice that the general term is:

16(i)fori=1,2,3,,19.\frac{1}{6(i)} \quad \text{for} \quad i = 1, 2, 3, \dots, 19.

Therefore, the sum can be written as:

i=11916i\sum_{i=1}^{19} \frac{1}{6i}

This is the compact form using sigma notation.

Would you like further details or explanations on how to derive this notation? Here are some related questions:

  1. How does sigma notation simplify expressing large sums?
  2. What is the general form of a sigma notation expression?
  3. Can sigma notation be used for infinite series as well?
  4. How would this sum change if it started at a different value of ii?
  5. How could we calculate the value of this sum using a calculator?

Tip: When using sigma notation, always identify the general term and the limits of the summation (start and end values).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Sigma Notation
Sequences
Series

Formulas

Sum formula: \( \sum_{i=1}^{n} a_i \)
General term: \( \frac{1}{6i} \)

Theorems

Arithmetic series concept for summation

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12