Convergence of Sequence with Increasing Values of n?

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In summary, the conversation involves discussing the convergence of an expression with increasing values of n to zero. The speaker suggests looking at a graph and rewriting the expression to take the limit. The other person points out that any number can be written as a fraction and the conversation ends with a solution involving rationalizing the numerator and taking the limit as n approaches infinity. The option to edit posts is also mentioned.
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ok I noticed that \(\displaystyle n \ge 0\) so we have all positive numbers and with increasing values of \(\displaystyle n\) this will go converge to zero

I can only show this by looking at a graph of the the expression. apparently the expression would have to rewritten to take the limit?
 
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Hint: Rationalize the numerator.
 
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the expression isn't a fraction??
 
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Any number $x$ can be written as the fraction $\frac{x}{1}$.
 
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ok will finish later got to catch a city bus;)
 
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Was the edit post option taken out?

So
$$\displaystyle
\frac{\sqrt{n+47}-\sqrt{n}}{1}
\cdot\frac{\sqrt{n+47}+\sqrt{n}}{\sqrt{n+47}+\sqrt{n}}
=\frac{47}{\sqrt{n+47}+\sqrt{n}} \\
\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}\frac{47}{\sqrt{n+47}+\sqrt{n}}=0 $$
 
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I see the edit post option here, but in any case, you have nothing to edit since you have no typos and your solution is correct. :D
 
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I wanted to remove post 3 and 5
 

FAQ: Convergence of Sequence with Increasing Values of n?

What is the definition of a convergent sequence?

A convergent sequence is a sequence of numbers that approaches a finite limit as the number of terms in the sequence increases. In other words, as the terms in the sequence get closer and closer to a specific value, the sequence is said to converge to that value.

How do you determine if a sequence converges or diverges?

To determine if a sequence converges or diverges, you need to find the limit of the sequence. If the limit exists and is a finite number, the sequence converges. If the limit does not exist or is infinite, the sequence diverges.

What is the difference between absolute and conditional convergence?

Absolute convergence refers to a sequence that converges regardless of the order of its terms. Conditional convergence, on the other hand, refers to a sequence that only converges if the terms are arranged in a specific order.

Can a divergent sequence have a limit?

No, a divergent sequence does not have a limit. The definition of a divergent sequence is one that does not approach a finite limit as the number of terms increases.

What is the relationship between the divergence of a sequence and the divergence of its terms?

The divergence of a sequence is determined by the divergence of its terms. If the terms of a sequence do not approach a finite limit, the sequence will also diverge. However, it is possible for a sequence to converge even if its terms diverge.

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