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Does the accuracy of the first guess make a difference down the line? Learners investigate the effects of the iterative process of finding roots, using Newton's Method. By moving the initial guess of a root on a graph, pupils observe the effects on future approximations. Class members build their conceptual understanding of Newton's Method through answering the challenge questions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion about the limitations of Newton's Method on finding the roots
- Challenge the class to develop a spreadsheet to use the iterative process to calculate the roots
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Pros
- Uses colors to show the tangent lines and the successive approximations
- Allows learners to view the correct answer if necessary
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- None