How to Approach This Limit Involving a Riemann Sum?

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The discussion centers on evaluating the limit of a Riemann sum defined as lim_{m→∞} (1/m) Σ (1 - (k/(2m-k))^{1/2})^2 as m approaches infinity. Participants note that the presence of the variable m in the summands complicates the analysis. Numerical simulations indicate that the sum converges to a constant value as m increases, suggesting a deeper theoretical framework may be necessary for a formal proof.

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Hi all, perhaps someone can shed some light on the following sum:

[tex] \lim_{m\rightarrow\infty}\frac{1}{m}\sum_{k=1}^{m-1}\left[1-\left(\frac{k}{2m-k}\right)^{1/2} \right]^2[/tex]

What particularly throws me off is having the m variable as part of the summands. I have ran numerical simulations and it appears to "converge" to a constant as m grows large.

Any pointers to some theory that could help me solve this is greatly appreciated :)
 
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That looks like a Riemann sum.
 

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