Intermediate Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-13417-894-7
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-894-3

Chapter 9 - Section 9.1 - Exponential Functions - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 671: 3

Answer

See below.

Work Step by Step

As $n$ gets larger and larger $(1+\frac{1}{n})^n$ approaches the irrational number $e$, which is called the natural base. $e\approx2.71828$.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.