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Telescoping Sum Calculator

Online telescoping calculator: split 1/(k(k+1)) into a difference so middle terms cancel, leaving n/(n+1).

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1/(k(k+1))=1/k−1/(k+1)
Positive integer

📖 Tutorial | Telescoping

1. Definition
Split the term so intermediate terms cancel: 1/(k(k+1))=1/k−1/(k+1), giving sum n/(n+1).
2. Formula & Notation
nNumber of terms
3. Properties & Laws
  • 1/(k(k+1))=1/k−1/(k+1);
  • Sum = 1−1/(n+1)=n/(n+1);
  • Tends to 1 as n→∞;
  • Similar odd-denominator forms.
4. Steps
  1. Enter n;
  2. Click "Sum";
  3. Or click "Load Example".
5. Worked Examples
Example: n=10 gives 10/11≈0.9091.
6. Common Pitfalls
Balance coefficients after splitting;
Identify the surviving ends;
It approaches, not equals, 1.

❓ FAQ | Telescoping

Split?
Into a difference.
Result?
n/(n+1).
Common?
1/(k(k+1)).
Limit?
1.
Watch?
Coefficients.
Others?
Radical forms.