Convergence of the Sequence \sqrt[n]{n} to 1

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The discussion revolves around the convergence of the sequence \(\sqrt[n]{n}\) as \(n\) approaches infinity, specifically addressing the limit \(\lim_{n \to \infty} \sqrt[n]{K} = 1\) for \(K \geq 1\). Participants explore the implications of this limit and the relationships between the sequences involved.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of inequalities to establish limits, particularly through the squeeze theorem. Questions arise regarding the correct formulation of inequalities and the implications of the limits of the sequences \(\sqrt[n]{1}\), \(\sqrt[n]{K}\), and \(\sqrt[n]{n}\).

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on each other's reasoning and clarifying their understanding of the inequalities involved. Some guidance has been offered regarding the correct direction of the inequalities, and there is an acknowledgment of the need for careful proof construction.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about their understanding of the proof process and the implications of the limits being discussed, indicating a learning environment where assumptions and definitions are being scrutinized.

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Homework Statement


Be [itex]K \geq 1[/itex]. Conclude out of the statement that [itex]\lim_{n \to \infty }[/itex] [itex]\sqrt[n]{n} = 1[/itex], dass [itex]\sqrt[n]{K} = 1[/itex]


The Attempt at a Solution


[itex]\lim_{n \to \infty } \sqrt[n]{K} \Rightarrow 1 \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \geq 1 + ...[/itex]

I got issues with the right inequality, where the 3 dots are. I´m not sure if just insert the [itex]\sqrt[n]{n}[/itex] there and that s about it.

Thanks in advance ;)

Christian...
 
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Let [itex]1 \leq K \leq n[/itex] for some big n (we're going to let it tend to infinity later)
Then we can do a squeeze:
[tex]\lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{1} \leq \lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{K} \leq \lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{n}[/tex]
 
Many thanks Fightfish for your quick reply so i can state the following:

For the 3 real Sequences [itex]\sqrt[n]{1} , \sqrt[n]{K} , \sqrt[n]{n}[/itex] [itex]\exists N[/itex] [itex]\forall n \geq N[/itex] is [itex]\sqrt[n]{1} \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \leq \sqrt[n]{n}[/itex]

and [itex]\lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{1} = \lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{n}[/itex].


[itex]\Rightarrow \sqrt[n]{K}[/itex] converges and [itex]\lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{K} = \lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{n}[/itex]
 
I thought about this and maybe this one here is more elegant than the other one, would be cool if someone could backcheck it.

[itex]\forall n \text{ with } n > K >1: \sqrt[n]{K} <\sqrt[n]{n}[/itex]

and [itex]\lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{1}= 1[/itex]

[itex]\lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{K} \leq \lim_{n\to\infty}\sqrt[n]{n} = 1[/itex]

Thanks again for your helping...
 
Dodobird said:

Homework Statement


Be [itex]K \geq 1[/itex]. Conclude out of the statement that [itex]\lim_{n \to \infty }[/itex] [itex]\sqrt[n]{n} = 1[/itex], dass [itex]\sqrt[n]{K} = 1[/itex]


The Attempt at a Solution


[itex]\lim_{n \to \infty } \sqrt[n]{K} \Rightarrow 1 \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \geq 1 + ...[/itex]

I got issues with the right inequality, where the 3 dots are. I´m not sure if just insert the [itex]\sqrt[n]{n}[/itex] there and that s about it.

Thanks in advance ;)

Christian...
Hello Christian (Dodobird). Welcome to PF !
I also have issues with the inequality:

[itex]\displaystyle \lim_{n \to \infty } \sqrt[n]{K}\ \Rightarrow \ 1 \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \geq 1 + ...[/itex]

Why do you have both ≤ and ≥ in the same compound inequality?
 
Thank you Sammy for your warm welcome
Oh yeah, you are right. Both signs should point in the same direction. I mistakenly wrote it in the wrong way.Sorry about that.
So it should be:

[itex]\displaystyle \lim_{n \to \infty } \sqrt[n]{K}\ \Rightarrow \ 1 \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \leq 1 + ...[/itex]


Thx ;)
 
Dodobird said:
Thank you Sammy for your warm welcome
Oh yeah, you are right. Both signs should point in the same direction. I mistakenly wrote it in the wrong way.Sorry about that.
So it should be:

[itex]\displaystyle \lim_{n \to \infty } \sqrt[n]{K}\ \Rightarrow \ 1 \leq \sqrt[n]{K} \leq 1 + ...[/itex]

Thx ;)
I'm just making sure that I understand this exercise.

You are to prove, for K≥1 that [itex]\lim_{n \to \infty }\sqrt[n]{K} = 1\,,[/itex] using the result that [itex]\lim_{n \to \infty }\sqrt[n]{n}=1\ .[/itex] Is that correct?
 
Yeah, that´s correct Sammy. Do you see any flaws?
I´m pretty new to proofs in Mathematics and still struggle with it and still feel a little bit insecure when I got to prove something.
 

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