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#1 2010-11-15 15:26:56

hobomojo
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Calculus 2: Sequences/Series limit help

Okay, so I'm having trouble figuring out what tests I should use to find the limit of summations..also the summations go to inf...
the tests include:
-Integral test
-Alternating series test
-Comparison test
-Limit Comparison test
-Ratio test

What are some tips for telling which one can be used?

#2 2010-11-15 16:03:49

bobbym
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Re: Calculus 2: Sequences/Series limit help

Hi hobomojo;

Do you have a specific problem to post?


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