Approximate the Number Using a Calculator $e ^ { - 1.4 }$

question 11

Multiple Choice

Approximate the number using a calculator. Round your answer to three decimal places.
- $e ^ { - 1.4 }$

• A) \(0.247\)
• B) \(- 0.247\)
• C) \(- 3.806\)
• D) \(0.547\)

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