Solve Exponential Function: e^x, e^(-1), Sin x, Cos x

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The discussion revolves around the expansion of exponential functions, specifically focusing on the exponential function \( e^x \) and its evaluation at \( e^{-1} \). Participants are also exploring the relationship between exponential functions and trigonometric functions, such as sine and cosine, within the context of linear system differential equations.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants are attempting to understand the expansion of the exponential function and its application to \( e^{-1} \). Questions are raised regarding the power series for sine and cosine and their identities in relation to exponential functions.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the original poster's questions. Some guidance has been offered regarding the power series for sine and cosine, but there is no explicit consensus on the main question being addressed.

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Homework Statement



This topic is under linear system differential equation.Solve the system by using exponential method. Just want to ask the expansion of exponential function

Homework Equations



e^x=1+x+(x^2)/2!+(x^3)/3!+...

The Attempt at a Solution


then how about the e^(-1)=?
Besides what is the function of sin x and cos x in continued function (such in e^x)?
Thanks!
 
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Kenji Liew said:

Homework Statement


The Attempt at a Solution


then how about the e^(-1)=?
Besides what is the function of sin x and cos x in continued function (such in e^x)?
Thanks!

I'm not really for sure what your question even is. What problem are you trying to solve? Are you asking for the power series for sine and cosine?
\begin{align*}<br /> \sin x &amp;= x - \frac{x^3}{3!} + \frac{x^5}{5!} - \frac{x^7}{7!} + \cdots \\<br /> \cos x &amp;= 1 - \frac{x^2}{2!} + \frac{x^4}{4!} - \frac{x^6}{6!} + \cdots<br /> \end{align*}

Or are you asking for the following identities?
\begin{align*}<br /> \sin x &amp;= \frac{e^{ix}-e^{-ix}}{2i} \\<br /> \cos x &amp;= \frac{e^{ix} + e^{-ix}}{2}<br /> \end{align*}
 
Kenji Liew said:

Homework Statement



This topic is under linear system differential equation.Solve the system by using exponential method. Just want to ask the expansion of exponential function

Homework Equations



e^x=1+x+(x^2)/2!+(x^3)/3!+...

The Attempt at a Solution


then how about the e^(-1)=?
Besides what is the function of sin x and cos x in continued function (such in e^x)?
Thanks!
e-1 = 1 + (-1) + (-1)2/2! + (-1)3/3! + ... + (-1)n/n! + ...
 
Also, you have posted what appears to be the same question twice, which is frowned upon in this and most other forums.
 

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