Is this 'e' interpretation correct?

In summary, e is the limit->+oo of (1+1/n)^n and it represents the patience number, meaning what you get if you wait for the least gain by waiting for the most amount of time. However, this may vary depending on the specific situation and definition of "gain" and "waiting".
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cdux
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Considering e is the limit->+oo of (1+1/n)^n, then is e "what you get if you wait for the least gain, by waiting for the most amount of time"? Something like "e is the patience number".
 
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Hmm..No.
 
  • #3
arildno said:
Hmm..No.
No explanation?
 
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cdux said:
Considering e is the limit->+oo of (1+1/n)^n, then is e "what you get if you wait for the least gain, by waiting for the most amount of time"? Something like "e is the patience number".

Is this in regards to compound interest returns?
 
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cdux said:
No explanation?
You might wish to look at, for example, the actual limit of, for example, (1+1/(3n))^(2n)
which, for every particular choice of "n" will have a less gain waited for for an even greater period of time than the one you happende to pick.
 
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What explanation could be given when you haven't said what you mean by "gain" or "waiting".
 

1. What is the 'e' interpretation and why is it important?

The 'e' interpretation, also known as the Euler's number interpretation, is a mathematical constant that is approximately equal to 2.71828. It is important because it is used in many scientific and mathematical equations, including compound interest, population growth, and radioactive decay.

2. How is the 'e' interpretation calculated?

The 'e' interpretation is calculated by taking the limit as n approaches infinity of (1 + 1/n)^n. This value is approximately equal to 2.71828.

3. Can the 'e' interpretation be applied to all types of data?

No, the 'e' interpretation is mainly used for continuous data, such as growth rates and probabilities. It cannot be applied to discrete data, such as the number of people in a room.

4. What are some real-world applications of the 'e' interpretation?

The 'e' interpretation has many real-world applications, such as predicting population growth, calculating interest earned on a bank account, and modeling radioactive decay. It is also used in physics, chemistry, and biology to describe natural phenomena.

5. What are the limitations of the 'e' interpretation?

The 'e' interpretation has some limitations, such as its inability to accurately represent all types of data and its simplification of complex systems. It is also an irrational number, meaning it cannot be expressed as a finite decimal or fraction, which can make calculations involving 'e' more difficult.

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