What Is the Interval of Convergence for the Given Series?

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The series defined by the summation from n=1 to infinity of ((n!)x^(2n))/((2n-1)!) converges for all real numbers x. The ratio test was applied, yielding a limit of zero as n approaches infinity, confirming that the series converges. Consequently, the interval of convergence for this series is indeed (-infinity, +infinity).

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Homework Statement


The summation from n=1 to infinity of ((n!)x^(2n))/((2n-1)!) Find the Interval of Convergence of this series.


Homework Equations


Ratio test


The Attempt at a Solution


I applied the ratio test, then got x^2 times the limit as n approaches infinity of (n+1)/(2n(2n+1)). I took the limit and got zero and since 0<1 the series converges. Does this mean the interval of convergence is (-infinity,+infinity)?
 
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Yes, the limit of the ratio is zero. So that's exactly what it means. The interval of convergence is (-infinity,infinity).
 

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