Understanding e to the Power of 1.5

The video tutorial demonstrates how to calculate e to the power of 1.5 using a TI-85 calculator. It discusses different methods for various calculators, including graphing and scientific calculators, and provides a step-by-step guide for using the TI-85. The tutorial concludes with rounding the result to the nearest hundredth.

What is the purpose of the video tutorial?

• To compare different brands of calculators

• To teach the history of calculators

• To demonstrate how to calculate e to the power of 1.5

• To explain how to use a calculator for basic arithmetic

Which type of calculator is primarily discussed in the video?

• HP calculators

• Basic scientific calculators

• Casio calculators

• Texas Instruments graphing calculators

What is a unique feature of HP calculators mentioned in the video?

• They use reverse Polish notation

• They have a touch screen

• They are solar-powered

• They have a built-in printer

What is the first step in using the TI-85 calculator to find e to the power of 1.5?

• Press the blue button

• Press the orange button

• Press the power button

• Press the clear button

Which button do you press to access the e^x function on the TI-85?

• The natural log button

• The cosine button

• The square root button

• The sine button

What is the result of e to the power of 1.5 before rounding?

• 4.481

• 4.49

• 4.5

• 4.48

To which decimal place should the result be rounded?

• Nearest thousandth

• Nearest whole number

• Nearest hundredth

• Nearest tenth

What is the final rounded value of e to the power of 1.5?

• 4.47

• 4.48

• 4.50

• 4.49

Why do we round down the result of e to the power of 1.5?

• Because the next digit is less than five

• Because the calculator suggests it

• Because the next digit is more than five

• Because it is a standard rule