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Prove $\pi^e > 5^{1.9}$ Without Calculator

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May 30, 2020

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Prove, without the use of a calculator, $\pi^e>5^{1.9}$.

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May 31, 2020

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Can I use my slide rule? (If I can find it. It's packed away.)

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Dan, if you use it in your solution, then I will have to report you to the authority and you will be fined $250. Hehehe...

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