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Find the interval of convergence, including end-point tests: ∑ n = 1 ∞ ( − 1 ) n x 2 n − 1 2 n − 1

Find the interval of convergence, including end-point tests: ∑ n = 1 ∞ ( − 1 ) n x 2 n − 1 2 n − 1

Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences

Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences

3rd Edition

ISBN: 9780471198260

Author: Mary L. Boas

Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated

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Chapter 1.16, Problem 11MP

Find the interval of convergence, including end-point tests:

∑ n = 1 ∞ ( − 1 ) n x 2 n − 1 2 n − 1

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