How do I calculate this sum in terms of 'n'? I know this is a harmonic progression, but I can't find how to calculate the summation of it. Also, is it an expansion of any mathematical function? 1 ...

Oct 29, 2016 · I know that the sum of powers of $2$ is $2^{n+1}-1$, and I know the mathematical induction proof. But does anyone know how $2^{n+1}-1$ comes up in the first place. For example, …

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Sep 2, 2017 · $\\sum_{i=1}^n i$ is the same as $\\frac{n(n+1)}{2}$. Can someone explain how the sigma notation is converted to this? I'm trying to figure out if there's a way to convert $\\sum_{i=1}^n i+(x-1)$.

Mar 8, 2015 · How do I prove this by induction? Prove that for every natural number n, $ 2^0 + 2^1 + ... + 2^n = 2^{n+1}-1$ Here is my attempt. Base Case: let $ n = 0$ Then, $2^{0+1} - 1 = 1$ Which is true.

How can we sum up $\sin$ and $\cos$ series when the angles are in arithmetic progression? For example here is the sum of $\cos$ series: $$\sum_ {k=0}^ {n-1}\cos (a+k \cdot d) =\frac {\sin (n …

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The first chapter of Concrete Mathematics by Graham, Knuth, and Patashnik presents about seven different techniques for deriving this identity, so you might be interested to look at that.

Apr 3, 2021 · Repeated sum is denoted using $\\sum$ and is called "summation." What is the name for the analogous process with multiplication, denoted $\\prod$?

What are the (most important) rules of double sums? Below are some rules I encountered - are they all correct and complete? Offerings of clear intuition or proofs (or other additions) are most welc...