Representing Sequence 1*3*5*7*9... with Factorials for Calculator Use

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The discussion revolves around representing the sequence of odd numbers, specifically 1*3*5*7*9...(2n-1) for n≥1, using factorials. Participants are exploring ways to express this sequence for use in calculators.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster inquires about representing the sequence with factorials and seeks methods for calculator input without listing all terms. Another participant provides a factorial representation, while others discuss potential simplifications.

Discussion Status

The conversation is active, with participants offering different representations and questioning how to simplify the input for calculators. There is no explicit consensus yet, but suggestions for factoring and simplifying are being explored.

Contextual Notes

Participants are considering the constraints of calculator input and the need for a factorial representation, which may involve assumptions about the sequence's properties.

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is there a way to represent the sequence 1*3*5*7*9...(2n-1) for n>=1 with a factorial if not is thre a way to input that sequence ino a calculator with somthing
 
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1*3*5*7*9...*(2n-1) = (2n - 1)!/(2*4*6*...*(2n - 2))
 
ok is there a way to enter this into a ti without listing
 
Try factoring a 2 out of each term in the denominator of Mark's post
 

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