Limit of a sequence given by (1/3)^k

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The limit of the sequence defined by \( s_n = \sum_{k=1}^{n} \left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^k \) converges to 1 as \( n \) approaches infinity. This sequence represents a geometric series where the first term is \( \frac{1}{3} \) and the common ratio is also \( \frac{1}{3} \). The formula for the sum of a geometric series can be applied here, confirming that the limit is indeed 1. Understanding the notation and the properties of geometric series is essential for grasping this concept.

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Determine the limit of the sequence (sn)n=N given by

n(sum)k=1 (1/3)^k , n is natural numbers.
i don't understand what is the meaning
can anyonepls help...thanx
 
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teng125 said:
Determine the limit of the sequence (sn)n=N given by
n(sum)k=1 (1/3)^k , n is natural numbers.
i don't understand what is the meaning
can anyonepls help...thanx

Sorry, I don't understand what it means either! is either of the "n"s in "(sn)n" a subscript? What does (sn)n= N mean? what does n(sum)k mean?
 

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