Self studying, similar to a Factorial?

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The discussion revolves around finding a formula for the nth derivative involving a sequence that increases by 5, specifically expressed as 5, 10, 15, etc. Participants clarify that this can be represented as 5^n multiplied by n!. There is some confusion regarding the placement of parentheses in the expression, which significantly affects the interpretation of the formula. The consensus is that the correct representation is 5^n (n!), indicating a factor of 5 for each term. The conversation highlights the importance of proper notation in mathematical expressions.
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I don't have much experience in this, and hopefully someone can recommend the right type of book that I need to look thru in order to solve future problems like this.

I have to have a formula for the nth derivative.

I have like in the numerator, but Idk how to express it properly.

5

5 x 10

5 x 10 x 15 ...

So, my formula would be something like: (5n)!

In my book, it says that n! = 1 x 2 x 3 ... (n-1) x n?
 
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Why is it jumping by 5 every time?
 
rocomath said:
5 x 10 x 15 ...

Hi (rocomath)! :smile:

That would be (5^n) n! :smile:
 
tiny-tim said:
Hi (rocomath)! :smile:

That would be (5^n) n! :smile:
Argh, I need more practice! Thanks tiny-tim :)
 
Actually I think he meant 5(n!) The placement of the parantheses make a lot of difference.

EDIT: Oh, wait, unless you meant you wanted to represent:

5(5x10)(5x10x15)... instead. Then he's right.
 
Defennder said:
Actually I think he meant 5(n!) The placement of the parantheses make a lot of difference.

EDIT: Oh, wait, unless you meant you wanted to represent:

5(5x10)(5x10x15)... instead. Then he's right.

Hi (Defennder)! :smile:
:biggrin: I think you're both right! :biggrin:
 
Defennder said:
Actually I think he meant 5(n!) The placement of the parantheses make a lot of difference.

EDIT: Oh, wait, unless you meant you wanted to represent:

5(5x10)(5x10x15)... instead. Then he's right.

No, he's right in the first place.

5 * 10 * 15...5n = ( 5*1 x 5*2 x 5*3...5*n) = 5^n (n!)

There is a factor of 5 for every term in the expression.
 

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