Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
When a series ∑a_n is absolutely convergent, it means that the sum of the absolute values of its terms, ∑|a_n|, converges. In other words, the positive version of the series converges.
Related terms
Conditional Convergence: A series that converges but not absolutely.