Finding Coef. of x2n: An Easy Way?

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The discussion centers on finding the coefficient of x2n in a series without squaring it directly. A method was proposed involving the general nth term and the (n+1)th term, leading to a multiplication that yields a new expression for the coefficient. The coefficient is derived from the sum of a specific series, referencing the Cauchy product for clarity. The conversation emphasizes the desire for a more straightforward approach to determine the coefficient efficiently. Overall, the focus is on simplifying the calculation process for the coefficient of x2n.
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After multiplication the coef. of x2n was found which is highlighted in red in the paint document.

My question is, is there an easy way of finding the coef. without actually going through the process of squaring the series given and locating the pattern for the coef. for x2n?

What I tried doing was first I found the general nth term which is

(this is the general term after n=1)
(-1)n-1xn-1/(n-1)1/4

Then I found the (n+1)th term which is
(-1)n-1xn/(n)1/4

Then I multiplied them together and got

x2n-1/(n1/4(n-1)1/4)

and the coef. of x2n is the sum of

x-1/(n1/4(n-1)1/4)

From n = 2 to n = n+1
 

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cauchy_product

we have
$$\left( \sum_{k=0}^\infty a_k x^k \right) \left( \sum_{l=0}^\infty b_l x^l \right)=\sum_{j=0}^\infty c_j x^j \\
\text{where} \\
c_j=\sum_{i=0}^j a_i b_{j-i}$$

provided we have enough convergence.
 
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