Taylor error decision
Approximate e^0.2 with 1+x+x^2/2. The next-term estimate is about e^0.2(0.2^3/6)<0.0017.
- The polynomial gives 1.22.
- Bound the neglected remainder.
- Compare error to the requested tolerance 0.002.
sequences, series, convergence, and approximation
Approximate e^0.2 with 1+x+x^2/2. The next-term estimate is about e^0.2(0.2^3/6)<0.0017.
Pause. Find what matters. Then make your move.