Geometric series: Sum of a r to the n from n = 0 to infinity. Converges to a/(1 - r) when |r| < 1; diverges when |r| >= 1.
How to apply it: Identify the common ratio r and first term a to quickly evaluate a convergent geometric series.
Course: AP Calculus BC · Unit: Infinite Sequences and Series
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