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Objective 2: The Ratio Test

You will be able to determine whether a series converges or diverges by the Ratio Test

The Ratio Test

Remember how a geometric series would converge given a common ratio whose absolute value is less than 1? It's a good thing you do, because the Ratio Test is build from that principle. Duration: 9:01

Example 5, Chapter 1

How satisfying do you find the Ratio Test? If your answer is anything other than "oddly," then you might have to take this video in sessions. Duration: 9:15

Example 5, Chapter 2

Know how sequels to your favorite movie or book are rarely as good as the original? Well, part 2 of Example 5 seeks to subvert that trend. Duration: 15:46

Convergence Test Summary

Let's recap our different 8 series test one more time, then I'll give you an opportunity to put those tests in practice on Example 6. Find the answers to those problems by click here or here. Duration: 3:59