Microworld: Linear
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Author:
Ravinder
Kumar
Linear
Approximation is the simplest way of approximating the value of a function
by using a bare minmum of conditions. This method is also the simplest way
of interpolating data. The method depends upon using the value (f(a)) and
rate of change (derivative) at the point x = a to approximate value of f(c),
where c is in close proximity of a. Graphically, this method approximates
the value of the function at a point by replacing the curve by a tangent to
it at a nearby point.
This
book may be used for
- Pre-Calculus
- Calculus I
Author:
- Ravinder Kumar Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS 39096 E-mail: rkumar@canufly.net
Topics:
Linear Approximations, tangent lines, Taylor Polynomial Approximation, Derivative,
Differential Approximation
Suggested
Use: Differential Approximations
Number
of Pages: 8
Animation: Yes
Grade Level: 11-13
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