Is the Series $\displaystyle\sum\frac{\sin n}{n}$ Absolutely Convergent?

In summary, using the fact that the interval $\displaystyle\left[2k\pi+\frac{\pi}{4},\ 2k\pi+\frac{3\pi}{4}\right]$ contains an integer, it can be proven that $\displaystyle\sum\frac{\sin n}{n}$ is not absolutely convergent. This is because as $n\to\infty$, the value of $\int_{0}^{n\pi }{\frac{\left| \sin x \right|}{x}\,dx}$ approaches infinity, making the sum $\displaystyle\sum_k\frac{|\sin n_k|}{n_k}$ diverge.
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Using the fact that the interval $\displaystyle\left[2k\pi+\frac{\pi}{4},\ 2k\pi+\frac{3\pi}{4}\right]$ contains an integer, prove that $\displaystyle\sum\frac{\sin n}{n}$ is not absolutely convergent.
 
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$\begin{aligned}
\int_{0}^{n\pi }{\frac{\left| \sin x \right|}{x}\,dx}&=\sum\limits_{j=0}^{n-1}{\int_{j\pi }^{(j+1)\pi }{\frac{\left| \sin x \right|}{x}\,dx}} \\
& =\sum\limits_{j=0}^{n-1}{\int_{0}^{\pi }{\frac{\sin x}{x+j\pi }\,dx}} \\
& \ge \frac{1}{\pi }\sum\limits_{j=0}^{n-1}{\int_{0}^{\pi }{\frac{\sin x}{j+1}\,dx}} \\
& =\frac{2}{\pi }\sum\limits_{j=0}^{n-1}{\frac{1}{j+1}}.
\end{aligned}$

As $n\to\infty$ the magic appears.
 
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Let $n_$ such an integer. What about $\sum_k\frac{|\sin n_k|}{n_k}$?
 

FAQ: Is the Series $\displaystyle\sum\frac{\sin n}{n}$ Absolutely Convergent?

What is absolute convergence?

Absolute convergence is a mathematical concept that refers to a series that converges to a definite value regardless of the order in which the terms are added. This means that the sum of the series will always have the same value, regardless of how the terms are rearranged.

How is absolute convergence different from conditional convergence?

Conditional convergence refers to a series that converges only when the terms are arranged in a specific order. Rearranging the terms of a conditionally convergent series can result in a different sum. Absolute convergence, on the other hand, guarantees that the sum of the series will be the same regardless of the order of terms.

What is the test for absolute convergence?

The most commonly used test for absolute convergence is the absolute convergence test, also known as the Divergence Test. This test states that if the absolute value of the terms in a series converge to 0, then the series is absolutely convergent.

Can a series be both absolutely and conditionally convergent?

No, a series can only be either absolutely or conditionally convergent. If a series is absolutely convergent, it automatically implies that it is conditionally convergent. However, the opposite is not true, as there are series that are conditionally convergent but not absolutely convergent.

What are some real-life applications of absolute convergence?

Absolute convergence is a crucial concept in mathematics and has various real-life applications. For example, it is used in computing infinite series in physics and engineering, analyzing financial data, and in signal processing. It also plays a significant role in the study of power series and Fourier series.

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