Chapter 7: Problem 49
Find the sum of the convergent series by using a well-known function. Identify the function and explain how you obtained the sum. $$ \sum_{n=0}^{\infty}(-1)^{n} \frac{1}{2^{2 n+1}(2 n+1)} $$
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Chapter 7: Problem 49
Find the sum of the convergent series by using a well-known function. Identify the function and explain how you obtained the sum. $$ \sum_{n=0}^{\infty}(-1)^{n} \frac{1}{2^{2 n+1}(2 n+1)} $$
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