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In summary, an integer S most close to A and less than A is the closest whole number to A on the number line that is also smaller than A. This can be found by rounding down A to the nearest whole number using the "floor" function in mathematics. It is possible to have multiple integers S that are equally close to A and less than A, especially when A is exactly in between two whole numbers. This concept is important in science as it allows for more precise calculations and approximations. It can also be applied to negative numbers by rounding up A to the nearest whole number.
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$A=\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{1^2+2^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2^2+3^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{3^2+4^2}}+---+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2011^2+2012^2}}$
please find an integer S most close to A and less than A
 
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$A=\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{1^2+2^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2^2+3^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{3^2+4^2}}+---+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2011^2+2012^2}}$
please find an integer S most close to A and less than A
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$A=\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{1^2}+\dfrac{1}{2^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2^2}+\dfrac{1}{3^2}}+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{3^2}+\dfrac{1}{4^2}}+-------+\sqrt{1^2+\dfrac{1}{2011^2}+\dfrac{1}{2012^2}}$
 
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\(\displaystyle A=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{1+\frac{1}{n^2}+\frac{1}{(n+1)^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{[n(n+1)]^2+(n+1)^2+n^2}{[n(n+1)]^2}}\)

\(\displaystyle =\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{n^4+2n^3+3n^2+2n+1}{[n(n+1)]^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{(n^2+n+1)^2}{[n(n+1)]^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\frac{n^2+n+1}{n(n+1)}\)

\(\displaystyle =\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\left(1+\frac{1}{n(n+1)}\right)=2011+\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\left(\frac1n-\frac{1}{n+1}\right)\Rightarrow S=2011\)
 
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\(\displaystyle A=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{1+\frac{1}{n^2}+\frac{1}{(n+1)^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{[n(n+1)]^2+(n+1)^2+n^2}{[n(n+1)]^2}}\)

\(\displaystyle =\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{n^4+2n^3+3n^2+2n+1}{[n(n+1)]^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\sqrt{\frac{(n^2+n+1)^2}{[n(n+1)]^2}}=\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\frac{n^2+n+1}{n(n+1)}\)

\(\displaystyle =\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\left(1+\frac{1}{n(n+1)}\right)=2011+\sum_{n=1}^{2011}\left(\frac1n-\frac{1}{n+1}\right)\Rightarrow S=2011\)
great ! your answer is correct
 

FAQ: Integer S most close to A and less than A

What is an integer S most close to A and less than A?

An integer S most close to A and less than A refers to a number that is the closest whole number to A on the number line, but is also smaller than A. This number can be found by rounding down A to the nearest whole number.

How do you find the integer S most close to A and less than A?

To find the integer S most close to A and less than A, you can use the "floor" function in mathematics. This function rounds down a number to the nearest whole number. So, if A is a decimal number, the floor function will give you the integer S that is closest to A but smaller than A.

Can there be multiple integers S that are equally close to A and less than A?

Yes, it is possible to have multiple integers S that are equally close to A and less than A. This often happens when A is exactly in between two whole numbers. For example, if A is 5.5, then both 5 and 6 are equally close to A and less than A.

Why is finding the integer S most close to A and less than A important in science?

Finding the integer S most close to A and less than A is important in science because it allows us to approximate values and make calculations easier. In many scientific experiments and equations, using whole numbers is more practical and accurate than using decimals. So, finding the closest integer S to a given value A helps scientists make more precise calculations.

Can the concept of an integer S most close to A and less than A be applied to negative numbers?

Yes, the concept of an integer S most close to A and less than A can be applied to negative numbers as well. In this case, the integer S will be the closest whole number to A on the number line, but it will also be larger than A. This can be found by rounding up A to the nearest whole number.

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