Limit Process Summation Confusion

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The discussion centers on Warren's confusion regarding the derivation of the term 6i/n in a mathematical equation. Despite understanding the overall process and being able to reproduce each step, Warren seeks clarification on this specific component. The conversation highlights the importance of algebraic manipulation in calculus problems, particularly in the context of polynomial expansion, as illustrated by the reference to the equation (a+b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2.

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Hi,

I have been staring at this for a while. I under stand the process and can account for and reproduce every step of this problem EXCEPT I can nit figure out where the 6i/n coms from. I have included the equation and the issue is highlighted in yellow.

Please explain... this is the last piece of the puzzle.

Thanks,

Warren
 

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uuuuhm, [itex](a+b)^2=a^2+2ab+b^2[/itex]?
 
Man! I am actually getting the calculus but completely blowing the algebra!

Thanks...sigh...

Warren
 

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