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Konvergencia is a term used in several fields, most notably in mathematics and economics. In mathematics, convergence refers to the process where a sequence of numbers or a function approaches a specific limit. For example, the sequence 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, ... converges to 0. Similarly, a function can converge to a limit as its input approaches a certain value. This concept is fundamental to calculus and analysis.

In economics, konvergencia often refers to the tendency for poorer economies to grow faster than richer ones, leading to a narrowing of income gaps over time. This is known as conditional convergence, as it assumes that certain factors like access to technology, education, and stable institutions are in place. Unconditional convergence suggests that poorer countries will catch up regardless of these specific conditions, though evidence for this is weaker. The idea is that developing economies can adopt technologies and production methods already developed in advanced economies, allowing them to leapfrog stages of development. This can lead to increased global economic equality if convergence trends are strong and widespread.