Does this sequence converge or diverge?

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The sequence defined by Xn = ln(n^2+1) - ln(n) diverges as n approaches infinity. The transformation of the sequence to Xn = ln((n^2+1)/n) simplifies to Xn = ln(n + 1/n), which confirms that Xn approaches infinity. The final step of the analysis shows that ln(n + 1/n) is greater than ln(n), reinforcing the conclusion of divergence. This analysis is accurate and well-supported by logarithmic properties.

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I have to examine whether this sequence

Xn = ln(n^2+1) - ln(n)

converges or diverges.


My attempt at a solution:

Xn = ln(n^2+1) - ln(n) = ln((n^2+1)/n) = ln(n+1/n)


Xn → ∞ when n → ∞

So the sequence diverges.


Can someone look at this and see whether the procedure and conclusion is right or wrong ?

Thank you.
 
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That is good. I would probably add a final step ln(n+1/n) > ln(n).
 

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