BITSAT2012MathematicsSequences and SeriesActual
If x is positive then the sum to infinity of the series 1 1+3 x - 1-3 x (1+3 x)² + (1-3 x)² (1+3 x)³ - (1-3 x)³ (1+3 x)⁴ is
Options
- A1 / 2
- B1 6 x
- C1 6 x(1+3 x)
- D1 2(1+3 x)
Correct answer
A. 1 / 2
Step-by-step solution
The series is a G.P. with common ratio = ( 1-3 x 1+3 x ) and | r |= | 1-3 x 1+3 x | is less than 1 since x is positive S _ = a 1- r = 1 1+3 x 1- - ( 1-3 x 1+3 x ) = 1 2