Determine Whether the Infinite Geometric Series Has a Finite Sum

question 54

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the infinite geometric series has a finite sum. If so, find the limiting value. 9 + 27 + 81 + 243 + 729 + . . .

• A) S_∞ =
• B) S_∞ =
• C) S_∞ =
• D) no finite sum

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