Math 2.0

Commutative algebra Completion and topological rings Concept

Formal power series

Summary

A formal power series is an infinite sum ∑anXn\sum a_n X^n treated as an algebraic object, without any convergence condition. Formal power series form a ring that is the natural home of generating functions. The node formal power series gives the precise definition.

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Further reading

  1. Web https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formal_power_series, Definition of the formal power series ring
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