Approximate the root of the equation x5 – 5x – 4 = 0, beginning xo = 1.6, and continuing until two successive approximations agree to four decimal places. Approximate your answer to four decimal places.

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Approximate the root of the
equation x5 – 5x – 4 = 0, beginning
with xo = 1.6, and continuing until
two successive approximations
agree to four decimal places.
Approximate your answer to four
decimal places.
Transcribed Image Text:Approximate the root of the equation x5 – 5x – 4 = 0, beginning with xo = 1.6, and continuing until two successive approximations agree to four decimal places. Approximate your answer to four decimal places.
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