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Taylor series by nonstandard analysis

Dan Velleman
Amherst College

Thursday, October 2, 2003
102 Bradley Hall, 4 pm
Tea 3:30 pm, Math Lounge

Abstract: Nonstandard analysis is an approach to calculus that uses infinite and infinitesimal numbers instead of limits. After a brief introduction to nonstandard analysis, I will show how the methods of nonstandard analysis can be used to develop Taylor series. The approach will be based on Taylor's original approach from 1715. No prior knowledge of nonstandard analysis will be assumed.

This talk will be accessible to undergraduates.