Multiple choice

What (\text{approximate}) value will come in place of question mark (?) in the following questions?(\newline) ((10.1)^{2.01} + (2.9)^{3.001} = ?)

  1. 130

  2. 160

  3. 115

  4. 117

  5. 147

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Approximate using rounding: (10.1)^2.01 ≈ 10^2 = 100, and (2.9)^3.001 ≈ 3^3 = 27. Sum ≈ 100 + 27 = 127, which is closest to 130 among options. The small exponents (2.01 and 3.001) barely affect the result. Option A (130) is correct.