1. Consider the series \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} (-1)^{n+1}e^{-n}. (Use decimal approximations with at least 6 digits for your answers) (a) Show that the hypotheses of the Alternating Series Estimation Theorem are satisfied for this series. (b) Find $s_5$. (c) Using the Alternating Series Estimation Theorem, find an upper bound for the error (absolute value) in approximating the sum of the series by $s_5$. (d) Find the sum of the series. (e) Find the absolute value of the actual error in approximating the sum of the series using $s_5$. Does your answer contradict the Alternating Series Estimation Theorem? Explain briefly.
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