Select the FIRST correct reason why the given series converges.

In summary, the given series converges for the following reasons: 1. It is a convergent geometric series with a common ratio of 1/16.2. It can be rewritten as a convergent p series with p = 8.3. It can be compared to a convergent geometric or p series.4. It passes the alternating series test.5. It also passes the alternating series test.6. It meets the criteria for the alternating series test, making it convergent.
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Homework Statement



Select the FIRST correct reason why the given series converges.

A. Convergent geometric series
B. Convergent p series
C. Comparison (or Limit Comparison) with a geometric or p series
D. Converges by alternating series test

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The Attempt at a Solution


I will go over my reasoning for each problem.

1. A. I really it was a geometric and r is 1/16 which is less than 1 meaning it is convergent.

2. I want to say it is comparsion but I'm not sure.

3. Not sure.

4. B. Want to say alternating but it doesn't fit.

5. D. It alternates, ignoring signs it decrease, and the limit as x goes to infinity equals 0. All meaning it converges due to the alternating series test.

6. D. It alternates, ignoring signs it decrease, and the limit as x goes to infinity equals 0. All meaning it converges due to the alternating series test.
 
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If anyone has any ideas. I'm truly stuck on this one problem.
 
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Just to update everyone. After further investigation I was able to figure out all the answers.
Here they are.

1. A. I really it was a geometric and r is 1/16 which is less than 1 meaning it is convergent.

2. B. Rewrite this as (-1)^n * n / (n^9 * (-1)^n) = 1/n^8.

3. C. Use 0 < sin^2(3n) < 1, so that sin^2(3n)/n^2 < 1/n^2

4. D. It alternates, ignoring signs it decrease, and the limit as x goes to infinity equals 0. All meaning it converges due to the alternating series test.

5. D. It alternates, ignoring signs it decrease, and the limit as x goes to infinity equals 0. All meaning it converges due to the alternating series test.

6. D. It alternates, ignoring signs it decrease, and the limit as x goes to infinity equals 0. All meaning it converges due to the alternating series test.
 

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What is the definition of convergence?

The mathematical definition of convergence is when a series approaches a specific value or limit as the number of terms in the series increases.

What factors determine if a series converges or diverges?

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