Maple Maple Partial Sum Problem: How to Find the Sum of a Series on Maple 13

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The discussion focuses on finding the partial sum of a series using Maple 13, specifically for the expression (1 + 1/n)^n. The user successfully evaluates the sum for 1/x^2 but struggles with the second expression, which does not simplify to a numerical value. A response suggests that the issue lies in the convergence of the second sum, noting that as n approaches infinity, the individual terms converge to e. The user is encouraged to re-evaluate the question for clarity. Understanding the convergence behavior of series is crucial for accurate evaluation in Maple.
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So I'm trying to figure out how to find that partial sum of a given summation of a series on maple 13. Iv tried looking all over the internet for answers to my problem, but no site seems to answer my problem. I am trying to find the sum of a series. When i plug in 1/x^2 and evaluate I get the correct sum of the series, but when I plug in a summation of a series such as
(1+1/n)^n it simply does not evaluate the series sum. I included a couple pictures of what I am doing, so that might help. As you can see in the first picture, it evaluates the sum. But in the second one it just gives me it in summation form and even when i go to evaluate it gives the same thing.
What am I doing wrong?
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Your second sum will not converge - I suggest you look more closely at the question.
The individual terms (1 + 1/n)n -> e as n becomes infinite.
 
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