Question

Use local Linear Approximation to estimate (1.97)^3

Answer 1

Hi hhall,

The following site will provide you with help:

http://tutorial.math.lamar.edu/Classes/CalcI/LinearApproximations.aspx

f(x) = x^3, f''(x)=3 x^2

With the development of the modern hand held calculator, Linear Approximation is probably more of an academic interest.

Hope this helps.