Kevin L.
asked • 07/19/21Harmonic Series
Prove that harmonic series diverge. DON'T USE CALCULUS PLEASE.
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Mike D. answered • 07/19/21
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1 + 1/2 + 1/3 + 1/4 + .... >
1 + 1/2 + 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/8 + 1/8 + 1/8 + 1/8 + ....
= 1 + 1/2 + 1/2 + 1/2 + ......
obviously this diverges, which means the harmonic series must diverge
Paul M.
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Good answer, Mike D. Thanks!
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