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When absolute values guarantee convergence.
A series $\sum a_n$ is absolutely convergent if the series of absolute values $\sum |a_n|$ converges. This is a stronger condition than ordinary (conditional) convergence.
↳ Absolute convergence means the series of absolute values converges.
Stronger condition, safer conclusion.
If $\sum |a_n|$ converges, then $\sum a_n$ also converges. This is a fundamental theorem: absolute convergence implies convergence.
↳ Absolute convergence is sufficient for convergence, but not necessary.
A classic absolutely convergent series.
Consider $\sum_{n=0}^{\infty} \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^n$. The series of absolute values is the same geometric series with ratio $r = \frac{1}{2}$, which converges because $|r| < 1$.
↳ Geometric series with |r| < 1 are absolutely convergent.
Absolute convergence is a stronger form of convergence where the series of absolute values converges. It guarantees convergence and is invariant under rearrangement, unlike conditional convergence. Tests like the ratio a...
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What does it mean for a series $\sum a_n$ to be absolutely convergent?
BeginnerThe series $\sum |a_n|$ converges.
Absolute convergence requires the series of absolute values to converge.
If a series is absolutely convergent, what can be concluded about the original series?
BeginnerIt converges.
Absolute convergence implies convergence of the original series.
Which of the following series is absolutely convergent?
Intermediate$\sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{(-1)^n}{n^2}$
The series of absolute values is $\sum 1/n^2$, a p-series with p=2 > 1, hence converges.
The series $\sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{\sin(n)}{n^2}$ is:
IntermediateAbsolutely convergent
Since $|\sin(n)| \le 1$, the absolute value series is bounded by $\sum 1/n^2$, which converges.
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