Practice Newton’s Backward Interpolation Formula - 2.4 | 2. Interpolation Formulas | Mathematics - iii (Differential Calculus) - Vol 4
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the formula for Newton's Backward Interpolation?

💡 Hint: Look for the structure of the interpolation formula in your notes.

Question 2

Easy

Define finite differences.

💡 Hint: Think about how we approximate derivatives.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does u represent in Newton's backward interpolation formula?

  • The next y value
  • The last known y value
  • The relative position of x

💡 Hint: Think about how u connects to the values of x.

Question 2

True or False: Newton's Backward Interpolation is suited for estimating values near the start of a dataset.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the specific application of this formula.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

With known data points (1, 2), (2, 6), and (4, 24), estimate f(3) using the backward interpolation formula. Show your calculations for each step.

💡 Hint: Make sure to verify the backward differences used.

Question 2

Given data points of y-values at (1, 1), (2, 4), (3, 9), (4, 16), use backward interpolation to find f(3.5). Display all workings.

💡 Hint: Take your time to check the step size and differences defined.

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