3.2 - Newton’s Forward Difference Formula for Derivatives
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What is the main advantage of numerical differentiation?
💡 Hint: Think about situations where analytic methods fail.
What does the parameter h represent in the formulas?
💡 Hint: Consider the term equal spacing among data points.
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What does the forward difference formula approximate?
💡 Hint: Consider what derivative is calculated right after the forward differences.
True or False: Newton's Forward Difference formula can only be used if function values are given at equally spaced intervals.
💡 Hint: Think about how we derive our differences.
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Given the function values: f(2) = 8, f(2.1) = 8.2, f(2.2) = 8.8, estimate the first and second derivatives at x=2.1 using the forward difference formula.
💡 Hint: Ensure you're keeping track of your spacing and scaling by h appropriately.
Discuss the implications of using numerical differentiation in experimental data that possesses high levels of noise. What strategies can mitigate the impact on error?
💡 Hint: Consider data collection methods that enhance the quality of measurements.
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