Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Let g(t)=ln⁡ttg(t)=\dfrac{\ln t}{t} for t>0t>0. A table of calculator values gives g(2.1)≈0.3533g(2.1)\approx0.3533. (a) Find g′(t)g'(t) in simplified form. (b) Write the equation of the line tangent to the graph of gg at t=2t=2. (c) Use the line from part (b) to approximate g(2.1)g(2.1). Show your calculation. (d) Using the calculator value provided, compute the percent error of your approximation from part (c). State whether your approximation is an overestimate or an underestimate and explain your reasoning briefly.

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