Math Problem Statement
Use the differential to approximate the number sin(57◦ ).
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Differentials
Trigonometry
Linear Approximation
Formulas
Δy ≈ f'(x₀) Δx (Differential approximation)
f(x) = sin(x), f'(x) = cos(x) (Derivative of sine)
sin(60°) = √3/2, cos(60°) = 1/2
Theorems
Differential approximation theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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