Example 8. Convergence  Find the solution to  [Graphics:Images/SecantMethodMod_gr_442.gif].  
Use the Secant Method and the starting approximations  [Graphics:Images/SecantMethodMod_gr_443.gif]  and  [Graphics:Images/SecantMethodMod_gr_444.gif].  

Solution 8.

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Animation 6.  ( Secant Method Secant Method ).  Internet hyperlink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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