ERIC Number: EJ994203
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Publication Date: 2012
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Finding Sums for an Infinite Class of Alternating Series
Chen, Zhibo; Wei, Sheng; Xiao, Xuerong
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, v43 n5 p694-702 2012
Calculus II students know that many alternating series are convergent by the Alternating Series Test. However, they know few alternating series (except geometric series and some trivial ones) for which they can find the sum. In this article, we present a method that enables the students to find sums for infinitely many alternating series in the following form [image omitted].
Descriptors: Mathematical Concepts, Teaching Methods, College Mathematics, Calculus, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Mathematical Formulas, Validity, Mathematical Logic
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