MHB Series Convergence: Ratio Test & Lim. n→∞

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The discussion focuses on determining the convergence of the series $$\sum_{n=1}^{\infty}\frac{{n}^{10}}{{2}^{n}}$$ using the ratio test. The user calculates the limit $$\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}\frac{(n+1)^{10}}{2n^{10}}$$ and rewrites it as $$L=\frac{1}{2}\lim_{n\to\infty}\frac{(n+1)^{10}}{n^{10}}$$. They express this limit in terms of a simpler form involving $$\left(1+\frac{1}{n}\right)^{10}$$. The conversation indicates a collaborative effort to finalize the limit and confirm the series' convergence.
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I'm trying to determine if $$\sum_{n=1}^{\infty}\frac{{n}^{10}}{{2}^{n}}$$ converges or diverges.

I did the ratio test but I'm left with determining $$\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}\frac{(n+1)^{10}}{2n^{10}} $$

Any suggestions??
 
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I would write the limit as:

$$L=\frac{1}{2}\lim_{n\to\infty}\frac{(n+1)^{10}}{n^{10}}=\frac{1}{2}\left(\lim_{n\to\infty}\left(1+\frac{1}{n}\right)\right)^{10}$$

Can you proceed?
 
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