Find sum of all odd square numbers

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The discussion centers around a mistake in a textbook regarding the sum of all odd square numbers. Participants agree that the correct calculation should yield 40425 instead of 19600. The error is noted as being obvious to those involved in the discussion. There is a consensus on the need for accuracy in mathematical texts. The conversation highlights the importance of verifying calculations in educational materials.
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sum of series.
There is a mistake on this textbook (The mistake is pretty obvious) but hey I hope I did not miss something...

ought to be ##40425 - 19600##

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chwala said:
ought to be 40425
Agreed.
 

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