Why {x^n} /\sum_{0}^{x}x^{n-1}={x-1}/x: Explained

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Start date Feb 11, 2005

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The equation {x^n} /\sum_{0}^{x}x^{n-1}={x-1}/x raises questions regarding the absence of "n" in the summation. Concerns are highlighted about the left side being non-zero at x=1, while the right side equals zero at the same point, indicating a potential inconsistency. The discussion suggests that further clarification or explanation from the original source is needed to resolve these discrepancies. Participants express skepticism about the validity of the exercise as it stands. Overall, the equation's formulation appears problematic and requires additional scrutiny.

Feb 11, 2005

sebasalekhine7

Can anyone proove why {x^n} /\sum_{0}^{x}x^{n-1}={x-1}/x

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Feb 11, 2005

dextercioby

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Could you rewrite,please ??

Daniel.

Feb 11, 2005

sebasalekhine7

Rewrite done.

Feb 11, 2005

dextercioby

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It doesn't look sound to me.If you sum over "x",why doesn't "n" appear in the equation...?

Daniel.

Feb 12, 2005

xanthym

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Also, in its current form, the Right Side is 0 at x=(1), whereas the Left Side is non-zero at x=(1).

Feb 12, 2005

dextercioby

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There's definitely something weird with this exercise.Maybe he'll explain it,or or just drop it...

Daniel.

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