Calculating ln2 with Maclaurian Series

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Calculators do not typically compute ln2 using Maclaurin series; instead, they employ a variety of numerical algorithms. While some users may assume calculators use series expansions for functions like logarithms, this is not the case. The discussion highlights a misunderstanding about calculator operations and emphasizes the importance of understanding mathematical principles without relying solely on technology. A participant expresses a desire to find more information on the algorithms used by calculators. Overall, the conversation centers on the methods calculators use to compute logarithmic values.
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so when i type ln2 into my calculator does it compute ln2 using a maclaurian series?
 
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yes, very likely. but why are you using a calculator :P
 
im not , i just want to know how the calculator comes up with the answer.
 
When you do mathematics you don't use calculators.
 
cragar, sorry for the rather silly answers you have got. No, calculator (and computers) do NOT typically use MacLaurin seiries for trig functions, exponentials, etc. I thought they did for a long time, then ran across a website that talked about a general class of numerical algorighms that are used for that. I had bookmarked the site but that was years (and a couple of computers ago) and I can't find it now. I will continue looking.
 
o thanks
 

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