Test each of the following series for convergence.

(2+i3-4i)2n

Short Answer

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The series converges, i.e., ρ<1.

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01

Given Information.

The given series, i.e. (2+i3-4i)2n,

02

Definition of Convergent and Divergent series.

A convergent series is one in which the partial sums all gravitate to the same finite number, also known as a limit. Divergent refers to any series that is not converging.

03

Calculate the value of  ρn.

Find the value of anandan+1

an=2+i3-4i2n...(1)an+1=2+i3-4i2(n+1)an+1=2+i3-4i2n+2...(2)

If ρ<1series converges, if ρ>1then diverges.

ρ=limnρn

04

Test the series for convergence.

Use the ratio test.

ρn=an+1an=2+i3-4i2n+2-2n=2+i3-4i2=-0.187+0.07i

Calculate the value of ρ, i.e.,

ρ=limnρn=limn-0.187+0.07iρ=0.2

Hence, the series converges, i.e., ρ<1.

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