Alternating Sequences

Definition

Alternating sequences are sequences in which the terms alternate between positive and negative values.

Think of alternating sequences like a game of hot potato, where each term is passed from positive to negative and back again.

Convergent Sequence: A convergent sequence is a sequence that approaches a specific value as the terms go to infinity.

Divergent Sequence: A divergent sequence is a sequence that does not approach any specific value as the terms go to infinity.

Absolute Value: The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line.

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