Does This Series Converge Uniformly on [0, ∞)?

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The series defined by the summation [sum from n=1 to ∞] (e^{-nx}/n^2) on the interval [0, ∞) does not converge uniformly. The discussion emphasizes the use of the M-test for establishing uniform convergence, as suggested by the tutor. The participant attempted to convert the exponential function into summation form but found it unhelpful. The key takeaway is that bounding e^{-nx} directly is a more effective approach than using its power series representation.

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Homework Statement



Does the following series converge uniformly?

[sum from n=1 to inf] [itex]\frac{e^{-nx}}{n^2}[/itex] on [0, inf)

Homework Equations



I know I need to use the M test or Cauchys Principle of uniform convergence. My tutor suggests using the former if there is uniform convergence & the latter if there isn't.

The Attempt at a Solution



I tried converting the exponential into summation form to see if that would help, but it didn't get me anywhere. I can't really see any easy way to use the M test.

Could anyone point me in the right direction as to start this problem?

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nx is positive, so what's the first thing that comes to mind to bound e-nx?

You almost never want to turn an exponential into its power series form to answer a question like this
 

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