Convergence and Continuity of Series: Radius of Convergence R = 1

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In summary, the conversation discusses the series \sum \limit_{n=1} ^{\infty} \frac{z^{n+1}}{n(n+1)} and its radius of convergence R = 1. It is shown that the series converges for every z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \} and that g(z) = \sum \limit_{n=1} ^{\infty} \frac{z^{n+1}}{n(n+1)} is continuous in z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \} by using the ratio
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Hi

Looking at the series

[tex]\sum \limit_{n=1} ^{\infty} \frac{z^{n+1}}{n(n+1)}[/tex]

This series has the radius of Convergence R = 1.

Show that the series

converge for every [tex]z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \}[/tex]

And Secondly I need to show that

[tex]g(z) = \sum \limit_{n=1} ^{\infty} \frac{z^{n+1}}{n(n+1)}[/tex]

Is continius in [tex]z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \}[/tex]

Solution:

(1)

Since R = 1, then

[tex]\displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} b_n = \displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{n(n+1)} = 0[/tex]

[tex]b_n = \displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} b_n = \displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{(n+1)(n+1)+1} = b_{n +1} [/tex]

Therefore converge the [tex]z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \}[/tex]

(2) Doesn't that follow from (1) ?

Sincerely Yours
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Applying the ratio to the original series

I get

[tex] \displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} |\frac{a_{n+1}}{a_n}| \\
= \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} |\frac{z^{n+2}}{(n+1)(n+2)} * \frac {n(n+1)}{z^{n+1}}| = |z| < 1[/tex]

Then do I use a specific test show that the original series ?

converge for every z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \

and the is Is continius in [tex]z \in \{w \in \mathbb{C} | |w| \leq 1 \}[/tex]

Sincerely Yours
Hummingbird25

benorin said:
no, use the ratio test to determine R.
 

FAQ: Convergence and Continuity of Series: Radius of Convergence R = 1

What is the definition of convergence and continuity of a series?

The convergence of a series refers to the behavior of the terms in the series as the number of terms approaches infinity. If the terms approach a finite limit, the series is said to be convergent. Continuity, on the other hand, refers to the smoothness and connectedness of a function. In the context of series, continuity is related to the behavior of the series as the number of terms increases.

What is the radius of convergence and how is it determined?

The radius of convergence, denoted by R, is a value that determines the range of values for which a power series is convergent. It is determined by applying the ratio test to the series and finding the limit of the absolute value of the ratio of consecutive terms. If this limit is less than 1, the series is said to have a radius of convergence of R = 1. If the limit is greater than 1, the series diverges. If the limit is equal to 1, further tests are needed to determine the convergence or divergence of the series.

How is the radius of convergence related to the behavior of a series?

The radius of convergence is related to the behavior of a series in that it determines the range of values for which the series will converge. If a value is within the radius of convergence, the series will converge to a finite limit. If a value is outside the radius of convergence, the series will diverge. The closer a value is to the radius of convergence, the faster the series will converge.

Can the radius of convergence of a series change?

Yes, the radius of convergence of a series can change. It can change if the terms of the series change, if the terms are rearranged, or if the series is multiplied or divided by a constant. The radius of convergence can also change if the series is differentiated or integrated.

What is the significance of a radius of convergence of R = 1?

A radius of convergence of R = 1 is significant because it indicates that the series will converge for all values within a unit interval centered at the origin. This means that the series will converge for all values between -1 and 1, including the endpoints. It also means that the series will diverge for all values outside of this interval.

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