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Published on: August 14, 2026
If 
, then the value of 
cannot exceed
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Step 1: Sum as a geometric series
Step 2: Consider the maximum
If 
, the terms 
point alternately in opposite directions, so the sum cannot exceed the sum of the moduli:
But 
? is not given, only 
.
The largest possible value occurs when all terms add in the same direction, i.e., maximum sum 
.
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