Zeta Partial Sums
Problem
The Riemann zeta function is closely tied to the distribution of primes. Writing for the real part of a complex number , define
When , one has , so the partial sums matter for studying .
1. For every positive integer there exist a unique odd integer and a unique natural number with . Find . 2. Does there exist a positive integer such that ? Prove your conclusion. 3. Prove that .
Answer
Solution
| Difficulty | 8/10 |
|---|---|
| Topics | number theory, Modular Arithmetic, sequences, Estimation, Telescoping, inequality |
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