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Record Nr.

UNINA9910254070803321

Autore

Grigorieva Ellina

Titolo

Methods of Solving Sequence and Series Problems / / by Ellina Grigorieva

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Birkhäuser, , 2016

ISBN

3-319-45686-5

Edizione

[1st ed. 2016.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (XX, 281 p. 46 illus., 25 illus. in color.)

Disciplina

515.24

Soggetti

Sequences (Mathematics)

Mathematics—Study and teaching 

Sequences, Series, Summability

Mathematics Education

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Preface -- Introduction to Sequences and Series -- Further Study of Sequences and Series -- Series Convergence Theorems and Applications -- Real Life Applications of Geometric and Arithmetic Sequences -- Homework.

Sommario/riassunto

This book aims to dispel the mystery and fear experienced by students surrounding sequences, series, convergence, and their applications. The author, an accomplished female mathematician, achieves this by taking a problem solving approach, starting with fascinating problems and solving them step by step with clear explanations and illuminating diagrams. The reader will find the problems interesting, unusual, and fun, yet solved with the rigor expected in a competition. Some problems are taken directly from mathematics competitions, with the name and year of the exam provided for reference.  Proof techniques are emphasized, with a variety of methods presented.  The text aims to expand the mind of the reader by often presenting multiple ways to attack the same problem, as well as drawing connections with different fields of mathematics. Intuitive and visual arguments are presented alongside technical proofs to provide a well-rounded methodology. With nearly 300 problems including hints, answers, and solutions,Methods of Solving Sequences and Series Problems is an ideal resource



for those learning calculus, preparing for mathematics competitions, or just looking for a worthwhile challenge. It can also be used by faculty who are looking for interesting and insightful problems that are not commonly found in other textbooks.   .