Convergence Tests for Sin(2n)/n^2 and (-3)^n/n!: Ratio Test vs Comparison Test

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The discussion focuses on determining the absolute convergence of the series Sin(2n)/n^2 and (-3)^n/n!. For Sin(2n)/n^2, the comparison test is suggested as a potentially simpler method than the ratio test. For the series (-3)^n/n!, the ratio test was applied, yielding a limit of 0, indicating absolute convergence. Participants discuss the validity of their calculations and the application of the ratio test, particularly referencing d'Alambert's method. The conversation emphasizes the importance of selecting appropriate convergence tests for series analysis.
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help determining where the series here is abs. convergent.

its Sin(2n)/n^2, i thought about the ratio test but it gets nasty, is there a easier way?
nm, i think it is convergence if I use the comparison test? Sound right?what about (-3)^n/n!, i used the ratio test, and got 0, which means it abs. convergent since 0<1, but i don't think i did it right .
I did:
Lim n-> infinity : (-3^(n+1)/(n+1)!)(n!/-3^n)= -3 lim n!/n+1!...
does that look right?
 
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On the 1st one: what about the comparison test to its absolute value series?

On the 2nd one: Consider the Ratio Test or d'Alambert's ratio.
 
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