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A Note on a Formula of Riordan Involving Harmonic Numbers

Journal of the Institute of Engineering

https://doi.org/10.3126/JIE.V15I1.27738

Abstract

We employ Stirling numbers of the second kind to prove a relation of Riordan involving harmonic numbers.

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  1. The paper demonstrates a relation of Riordan involving harmonic numbers using Stirling numbers of the second kind.
  2. Agoh previously obtained the identity involving harmonic numbers, reinforcing its significance in combinatorial contexts.
  3. The generating function for Stirling numbers of the second kind is central to the proof presented.
  4. This proof offers a novel approach, avoiding geometric series and Newton's binomial theorem.
  5. The work highlights the deep connection between harmonic numbers and Stirling numbers of the second kind.

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