F(x)=sinx with taylor's theorem

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The discussion focuses on expanding the function f(x) = sin(x) using Taylor's theorem, specifically finding the Taylor polynomial T of degree 7 expanded at π/3. Participants confirm the correct application of Taylor's theorem for polynomial expansion and emphasize the importance of calculating derivatives for accurate results. Additionally, they discuss estimating the remainder term in the form |sin(x) - T(x)| ≤ C|x - π/3|^8, highlighting the need for a suitable constant C.

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i. Expand f(x)= x^5+x^3+x in powers of (x-1), using Taylor's theorem
ii. Consider f(x)= sin x. Find the Taylor polynomial T of degree 7 expanded at [tex]\pi\[/tex]/3.
Give an estimate for the remainder term, in the form
|sin (x)- T(x)|[tex]\leq[/tex] C|x-[tex]\pi[/tex]/3|^8
with a suitable (good) constant C.

f(x)= f(1)+f'(1)(x-1)+f''(1)(x-1)^2... + f^(n)(1)/n!(x-1)^(n)
is that right for i?
and for ii... I'm not sure what to do.
 
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For i, it is technically correct, but you are given the function. So work out the derivatives!

For ii, start by writing down the Taylor series, for n running up to 7.
 

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