Is a Power Series More Likely to Diverge Further from Its Radius of Convergence?

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The discussion centers on the behavior of power series regarding their radius of convergence. It is established that if a power series, represented as ∑c(subk)*x^k, diverges at x = -2, it will also diverge at x = -3. This conclusion is based on the properties of power series and their convergence behavior outside the radius of convergence, which is determined by the distance from the center of convergence.

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If a power series, [tex]\sum[/tex]c(subk)*x[tex]^{k}[/tex] diverges at x=-2, then it diverges at x=-3. True or False?

I said true, but was confused by my reasoning. Does anyone have any suggestions?
 
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Think about 'radius of convergence'.
 

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