Problem in finding the radius of convergence of a series

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The discussion revolves around determining the radius of convergence for a series, specifically focusing on the relationship between the terms \(2^{n/2}\) and \(3^{n/3}\) in the context of asymptotic behavior.

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  • The original poster questions why \(2^{n/2}\) is considered little o of \(3^{n/3}\). Some participants provide numerical approximations to support this comparison, while others explore the implications of their findings on the convergence of the series.

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Participants are actively engaging with the concepts, providing insights and numerical comparisons. There is a sense of exploration regarding the asymptotic relationships, but no consensus has been reached on the implications for the radius of convergence.

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There are references to specific limits and behaviors as \(n\) approaches infinity, indicating a focus on the asymptotic analysis of the series terms. The discussion includes mathematical expressions that highlight the participants' attempts to clarify their understanding of the series' convergence properties.

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asymptotic behaviour, raduis of convergence
Good day
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I'm trying to find the radius of this serie, and here is the solution
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I just have problem understanding why 2^(n/2) is little o of 3^(n/3) ?

many thanks in advance

Best regards!
 
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Amaelle said:
why 2^(n/2) is little o of 3^(n/3)
$$2^{n/2}= 1.4142^n \qquad 3^{n/3}= 1.4442^n \quad \Rightarrow \quad 2^{n/2} < 3^{n/3}$$
 
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[2^{n/2}+3^{n/3}+n^7]^{1/n}=3^{1/3}[1+k^n+\frac{n^7}{3^{n/3}}]^{1/n}
where
k=\frac{2^{1/2}}{3^{1/3}}
k^6=\frac{8}{9}&lt;1
so k<1. As n##\rightarrow +\infty##
[1+k^n+\frac{n^7}{3^{n/3}}]^{1/n} \rightarrow 1
 
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anuttarasammyak said:
[2^{n/2}+3^{n/3}+n^7]^{1/n}=3^{1/3}[1+k^n+\frac{n^7}{3^{n/3}}]^{1/n}
where
k=\frac{2^{1/2}}{3^{1/3}}
k^6=\frac{8}{9}&lt;1
so k<1. As n##\rightarrow +\infty##
[1+k^n+\frac{n^7}{3^{n/3}}]^{1/n} \rightarrow 1
So beautifully explained!, thanks a million!
 
BvU said:
$$2^{n/2}= 1.4142^n \qquad 3^{n/3}= 1.4442^n \quad \Rightarrow \quad 2^{n/2} < 3^{n/3}$$
Nice shot! thanks a million!
 
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