Exploring Taylor Series for f(x) and g(x)

In summary, the conversation is about using substitution in one of the standard Taylor series to find the Taylor polynomial for the function ln(3+x). The suggested method is to use the standard series for ln(1+x) and substitute x/3 for x. The resulting polynomial would be ln3 + x/3 - (x^2)/18 + (x^3)/81 + ... up to the term in x^3.
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ive got a question to ask I am working on taylor series and want to know

f(x)=In(3+x) and g(x)=In (1+x)

by writing

In(3+x)=In3+In(1+1/3x)
im asked to use substitution in one off the standard taylor series given in the course.to find about 0 for f

explicitly all terms up to term in x^3

im not sure were to start.

I have

x+1/3 x^2+1*2/3 x^3+1*2*3/3 x^4+...
 
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I think you forgot to provide the function you're trying to find its Taylor's polynomial.
 
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the function is ln(3+x) but you are told to write it as ln3 + ln(1 + x/3)

I believe you just need the standard series of ln (1+x) but sub in x/3 for the x.

So you would end up with

ln3 + x/3 - (x^2)/18 + (x^3)/81
 

1. What is a Taylor series?

A Taylor series is a mathematical representation of a function using an infinite sum of terms. It is used to approximate a function and can provide a more accurate representation of the function than using a finite number of terms.

2. How is a Taylor series calculated?

A Taylor series can be calculated using the derivative of a function at a specific point. The formula for a Taylor series is a sum of terms, where each term is the value of the derivative of the function at the specific point divided by the factorial of the term's index, multiplied by the difference between the input and the point of evaluation raised to the index power.

3. What is the significance of exploring Taylor series for f(x) and g(x)?

Exploring Taylor series for f(x) and g(x) can provide insight into the behavior of a function and how it can be approximated using a series of terms. It can also help in solving problems in various fields such as physics, engineering, and finance.

4. What are some applications of Taylor series?

Taylor series can be used to approximate functions in various fields, such as physics, engineering, and finance. It can also be used to calculate the value of a function at a specific point, to find the maximum and minimum points of a function, and to solve differential equations.

5. Are Taylor series always accurate?

No, Taylor series are not always accurate. The accuracy of the series depends on the function and the number of terms used in the approximation. In some cases, using a larger number of terms can result in a more accurate approximation, while in other cases, the series may not converge at all.

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