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algebra intermediate

Problem

Let be the limiting sum of the geometric series , as the number of terms increases without bound. Then equals:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Solution
The infinite sum of a geometric series with first term and common ratio () is . Now, in this geometric series, , and . Plugging these into the formula, we get , which simplifies to , or .
Final answer
B