Mathematica Mathematica solution with an imaginary part

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The discussion centers on the evaluation of the infinite series Sum[Sin[n 6]/2^n, {n, 1, Infinity}] in Mathematica 6.0, which yields an imaginary part. The key point is that the series involves the term Sin[n 6] divided by 2^n, leading to the conclusion that the series converges to a complex number rather than a purely real value. The use of FullSimplify is suggested to clarify the result, but the presence of the imaginary component remains a focal point of inquiry. Participants are exploring the mathematical implications of the sine function's behavior in the context of the series and its convergence properties.
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Can someone please explain why the result of the following has an imaginary part when I put it into mathematica 6.0?

Code:
Sum[Sin[n 6]/2^n, {n, 1, Infinity}]
 
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Because
Code:
Sin[n 6] / 2^n
is
Code:
2^-n * Sin[n 6]
 
Wrap it in a full simplify command:

Code:
FullSimplify[Sum[Sin[n 6]/2^n, {n, 1, Infinity}]]
 
DeepakS said:
Because
Code:
Sin[n 6] / 2^n
is
Code:
2^-n * Sin[n 6]

So what?
 

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