Is the series of sin(nx)/n^2 continuous on R?

In summary, continuity on R of series refers to the property of a series to have a well-defined limit as the number of terms approaches infinity. It is determined by evaluating the limit of the series and is closely related to the convergence of the series. While similar, it differs from continuity on R of functions and is used in various real-world applications in calculus, finance, physics, and engineering.
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Homework Statement



Show that [tex]\Sigma[/tex] (from n=1 to infinity) of sin(nx)/n^2
is continuous on R

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


No idea, any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Well, that would depend on what you're allowed to use. But uniform convergence of the series pretty much implies it immediately. And showing uniform convergence is easy.

Otherwise, I imagine it's a bit trickier, and I'd have to think about it.
 
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I am allowed to use uniform convergence. Thanks!
 

Related to Is the series of sin(nx)/n^2 continuous on R?

What is continuity on R of series?

Continuity on R of series refers to the property of a series to have a well-defined limit as the number of terms in the series approaches infinity. In other words, the series converges to a specific value rather than diverging or oscillating.

How is continuity on R of series determined?

Continuity on R of series can be determined by evaluating the limit of the series as the number of terms approaches infinity. If the limit exists and is a finite number, then the series is said to be continuous on R.

What is the difference between continuity on R of series and continuity on R of functions?

While both concepts involve the idea of a limit, continuity on R of series refers to the limit of a sequence of numbers, while continuity on R of functions refers to the limit of a function at a specific point. Additionally, continuity on R of functions requires the function to be defined and continuous at that point, while continuity on R of series only requires the series to have a limit.

What is the relationship between continuity on R of series and convergence of series?

Continuity on R of series is closely related to the convergence of series. A series that is continuous on R must also converge, but the converse is not necessarily true. A series can converge without being continuous on R if it has a finite limit but has discontinuities or oscillates between positive and negative values.

How is continuity on R of series used in real-world applications?

Continuity on R of series is a fundamental concept in calculus and is used in many real-world applications, such as in finance, physics, and engineering. For example, it is used in the calculation of compound interest, the estimation of projectile motion, and the analysis of electrical circuits.

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