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Understanding Geometric Series: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn about geometric series, including finite and infinite series, common formulas, and examples.
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A geometric series represents the sum of the terms in a geometric progression, which can either be finite or infinite. In a finite geometric series, the sum is determined using a specific formula that considers the first term, the common ratio, and the total number of terms involved. For instance, let's take the series 1 + 2 + 4 + 8 up to 512. By recognizing this progression as geometric and applying the appropriate formula, we can calculate the sum as 1023.
On the other hand, an infinite geometric series involves an unending sequence of terms. The sum of an infinite geometric series is computed using a formula that takes into account the first term and the common ratio. For example, consider the series 16 + 8 + 4 + 2 and so on. By confirming the progression as geometric and utilizing the formula, we can determine the sum to be 32.
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Definition of Geometric Series
A geometric series is the sum of the terms in a geometric progression. It can be finite or infinite. In a finite geometric series, the sum is calculated as the first term multiplied by the common ratio raised to the number of terms minus one, all divided by the common ratio minus one.
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Example of Finite Geometric Series
To find the sum of 1 + 2 + 4 + 8 up to 512, it is first verified that it is a geometric progression by checking the ratio between consecutive numbers. The sum is then calculated using the formula, resulting in a sum of 1023 for this finite geometric series.
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Result of Finite Geometric Series
The sum of the finite geometric series example is 1023, obtained by applying the formula with the first term, common ratio, and number of terms.
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Infinite Geometric Series
An infinite geometric series is one where the sum is calculated as the first term divided by one minus the common ratio. It continues indefinitely. An example is provided with the sum of 16 + 8 + 4 + 2 and so on, resulting in a sum of 32 for this infinite geometric series.