What is the Formula for the Numerator in Factorial Series Calculations?

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The discussion focuses on determining the correct formula for the numerator in factorial series calculations, specifically for the coefficients C(2n) in the series expansion. The user presents initial calculations for C0, C2, C4, and C6, but struggles to express the numerator accurately. The coefficients are expressed in terms of factorials and products, leading to confusion about their representation. The community is asked for guidance on how to properly formulate the numerator in the context of factorial series.

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Ok, so here goes nothing

I have predict what this is in series form, the factorial in the numerator is really throwing me off. I only have to do the series for the first six terms.

C0=C0
C2= -5/2 C0
C4= -3/4 C2 = (5x3)/(2x4) C0
C6= -1/6 C4 = -(5x3x1)/(2x4x6) C0

This is what I have so far, although I cannot completely find out the numerator:

n is 0,1,2,3
C(2n)=[(-1)^n][?]/[(2n)!] C0
or
C(2n)=[(-1)^n][?]/[2^n x n!] C0

I cannot find out how to correctly represent the numerator. Can you guys give me any pointers?
 
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I may be missing something here, but this doesn't look like a factorial to me. It looks like [tex]\prod_{k=1}^4 \frac{2k-1}{2k}[/tex]. does it have to be in factorial form?
 
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