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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What does Gaussian quadrature aim to improve?
💡 Hint: Think about how it selects points in the integration process.
Question 2
Easy
What are the nodes used in the Gaussian quadrature example?
💡 Hint: Recall the specific points from our example.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary goal of Gaussian quadrature?
- To simplify integrals
- To maximize accuracy with few nodes
- To increase computational time
💡 Hint: Consider how it relates to reducing error.
Question 2
True or False: Gaussian quadrature requires a larger number of points to achieve high accuracy.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about the efficiency of the method.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Consider the integral \int_{0}^{2} x^2 e^{-x} \, dx. Set up a 2-point Gaussian quadrature approximation for this integral and determine the approximate value.
💡 Hint: Identify your function and then apply the Gaussian quadrature formula.
Question 2
Suppose we use 4-point Gaussian quadrature for the integral \int_{-1}^{1} \, sin(x) \, dx. Calculate the integral approximation and compare it to its exact value.
💡 Hint: Refer to the standard nodes and weights for a 4-point Gaussian quadrature.
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