In terms of readability as well as correct syntax, what is more preferred in mathematical equations: e^{...} or \exp(...) -- and why?
For instance, e^{x^2/(4t)} or \exp(x^2/(4t)). The latter is easier in that I can directly convert this expression into Mathematica for instance and then manipulate it, whereas the former I must convert each instance of e manually to E. On paper, the former is easier to read.
Typographically, depending on the argument, when should one use e^{x^2/(4t)} or when should one use \exp(x^2/(4t))?
e^{2x}was preferred as the other is a programming language construct for computing the value of the exponential. – R. Schumacher Jul 11 '15 at 3:10...part and (b) whether the material occurs in inline math mode or display math mode. – Mico Jul 11 '15 at 3:12\expfor every formula more complex thanx^2. In general, I have the opinion that large expressions containing fractions, integrals, sums etc. should be avoided at all costs in exponents, square roots and fractions. It is almost always possible to rewrite the equation to avoid this kind of situation. – Gaussler Jul 11 '15 at 7:57