Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Let f(x)=ln⁡xf(x)=\ln{x}. The tangent line to ff at x=1x=1 is used to approximate f(1.2)f(1.2). Indicate whether this linear approximation is an overestimate or an underestimate of ln⁡(1.2)\ln(1.2) and state the reason for your conclusion.

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