Maclaurin Series for sinh(x): What are the first three non-zero terms?

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The first three non-zero terms of the Maclaurin series expansion for the function f(x) = sinh(x) are x, 1/6 x3, and 1/120 x5. This conclusion is confirmed by the discussion participants, who validate the terms as correct. Additionally, users are encouraged to verify their results using online tools such as Google for further confirmation.

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Determine the first three non-zero terms of the Maclaurin’s series expansion for:
f (x) = sinh(x)

Would the answer to this be: x + 1/6x^3 + 1/120x^5
 
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That is correct. (You could also check your answer via Google.)
 

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