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The discussion centers on the equation P(f)=(sqrt(2/(Pi*N)))*(exp(-(nf^2)/2)), specifically clarifying the role of the exponential function represented by exp. Participants confirm that exp refers to the mathematical constant e raised to the power of x, denoted as e^x or exp(x). This clarification is crucial for understanding the behavior of the equation in relation to probability density functions.

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I was given an equation:

P(f)=(sqrt(2/(Pi*N)))*(exp(-(nf^2)/2))

What math exercise is exp referring to? Thanks a lot for any help.
 
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It's the exponential function.
e^x=\exp x
 
should've known that... thanks
 

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