Using an Interactive Computer Program in the Calculus Classroom to Find Complex Roots of Polynomial Equations.

Sorkin, Sylvia

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Publication Date: 1984

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Using an Interactive Computer Program in the Calculus Classroom to Find Complex Roots of Polynomial Equations.

Sorkin, Sylvia

Mathematics and Computer Education, v18 n2 p93-99 Spr 1984

Newton's method for finding roots of equations is described. How to find complex roots using the BASIC computer language is then presented, with the computer program included. (MNS)

Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Equations (Mathematics), Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Programing

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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