5 2) Using linear approximation, calculate the approximate value of (2.01)$^5$ up to 2 decimal points.
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To find the equation of the tangent line, we need to find the slope of the tangent line and a point on the line. The slope of the tangent line can be found by taking the derivative of the function at x = 2. Let's assume the function is f(x). So, the slope of Show more…
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