4-6 Linear Approximation

4-6 Linear Approximation

Guided Notes

Multiple Choice

Use the linear approximation of a function at x = 25 to estimate the value of $\sqrt{23}$ to the nearest tenth.

• 4.6

• 4.7

• 4.8

• 4.9

Multiple Choice

Suppose f(x) = x³ – x.

Use a linear approximation at x = 2 to estimate f(2.5).

• 10.5

• 11

• 11.5

• 12