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hey all
can anyone explain why, for small [itex] \alpha[/itex] we may allow [itex] \tan \alpha = \alpha[/itex] at an intuitive, geometrical perspective. i already understand the series explanation and higher order of tangent. I am just trying for a picture.
thanks!
can anyone explain why, for small [itex] \alpha[/itex] we may allow [itex] \tan \alpha = \alpha[/itex] at an intuitive, geometrical perspective. i already understand the series explanation and higher order of tangent. I am just trying for a picture.
thanks!