2.4 - Secant Method
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Practice Questions
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What is the Secant Method primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about what a function is when it equals zero.
List one advantage of the Secant Method over other root-finding methods.
💡 Hint: Consider why derivative calculations can be a hassle.
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What does the Secant Method approximate?
💡 Hint: Think about what we mean by roots in the context of functions.
True or False: The Secant Method requires the derivative of the function.
💡 Hint: Consider what makes it different from the Newton-Raphson method.
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Using f(x) = ln(x) - 1, apply the Secant Method with x0 = 1 and x1 = 2. Compute the first two iterations and discuss convergence.
💡 Hint: Evaluate each step meticulously to see how closely you approach 'e'.
Consider the function f(x) = x^3 - 2x - 5. Demonstrate the Secant Method with initial guesses x0 = 2 and x1 = 3. Show your work.
💡 Hint: Draw the secant lines or visualize the steps taken towards the root.
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