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Let h0, h1, h2, …, hn, …be the sequence defined by hn=( ...

Let $h_{0}, h_{1}, h_{2}, \ldots, h_{n}, \ldots$ be the sequence defined by $h_{n}=\left(\begin{array}{c}n \\ 2\end{array}\right),(n \geq 0)$. Deter-
mine the generating function for the sequence.

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Key Concepts

Generating Functions

Generating functions are formal power series where the coefficient of each term represents an element of a sequence. They serve as a bridge between sequences and analytic functions, providing a powerful tool for solving recurrence relations, finding closed-form expressions, and studying combinatorial structures.

Formal Power Series

A formal power series is an infinite sum of the form a0 + a1*x + a2*x^2 + ... where the emphasis is on the coefficients rather than the convergence of the series. They are used in combinatorics to algebraically represent sequences and manipulate them without worrying about issues of convergence.

Binomial Coefficients

Binomial coefficients, typically denoted as combinations, count the number of ways to choose a subset of items from a larger set. Their algebraic properties and identities are frequently used in combinatorics and in the derivation of generating functions for sequences related to combinations.

Series Manipulation Techniques

Various techniques, such as differentiating or integrating power series, shifting indices, and algebraically manipulating series expressions, are fundamental in deriving generating functions. These methods enable one to transform a given sequence into a usable generating function that succinctly encodes its behavior.

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