Sequences & Series
Sum of Series
MMTS_Full_Test_18
Grade 12

Question:

$\displaystyle\sum_{n=1}^{\infty}\dfrac{4n}{(4n^2-1)^2}=$
$1$
$\dfrac{1}{2}$
$\dfrac{1}{4}$
$\dfrac{3}{4}$

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: Partial fractions: $\frac{4n}{(4n^2-1)^2}=\frac{4n}{(2n-1)^2(2n+1)^2}$
$\frac{4n}{(2n-1)^2(2n+1)^2}=\frac{1}{4}\left(\frac{1}{(2n-1)^2}-\frac{1}{(2n+1)^2}\right)\cdot\frac{1}{2}$... After telescoping: sum $=\frac{1}{4}$.
Correct Answer: 3

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