Infinite Series: Convergence and Absolute Convergence

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The discussion centers on the convergence properties of the series from n = 1 to infinity of (An)^2, given that the series from n = 1 to infinity of An converges to L. The correct conclusion is that the series converges absolutely, which corresponds to option B. The hints provided suggest utilizing the properties of convergent geometric series and the definition of absolute convergence to eliminate incorrect options. The intuition that the series converges to M^2 = L is incorrect.

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Given that the series from n = 1 to infinity of An converges to L, which of the following conclusions is valid for the series from n = 1 to infinity of (An)^2?

A) It may diverge
B) It converges absolutely
C) It converges to M < L
D) It converges to M > L
E) It converges to M^2 = L

My intuition tells me the answer is E). But I am not sure can someone help figure this out please
 
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fjotlandj said:
Given that the series from n = 1 to infinity of An converges to L, which of the following conclusions is valid for the series from n = 1 to infinity of (An)^2?

A) It may diverge
B) It converges absolutely
C) It converges to M < L
D) It converges to M > L
E) It converges to M^2 = L

My intuition tells me the answer is E). But I am not sure can someone help figure this out please

Hints: convergent geometric series (this should eliminate some of the possible answers). Then look up what it means to converge absolutely, and play around with

[tex]\sum_{n=1}^\infty \frac{(-1)^{n+1}}{\sqrt{n}}[/tex]
 

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