Using polynomial interpolation, find roots of the following functions: f(x) = cos x - x

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Chapter4: Polynomial And Rational Functions
Section4.6: Variation
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Using polynomial interpolation, find roots of the following functions:
(a) f(x) = cos x x
(b) f(x) = 1- exp(x²)
(c) f(x) = tan x
(d) f(x) = 2 - ln x
In case of multiple roots, find only first two roots in each case.
Transcribed Image Text:Using polynomial interpolation, find roots of the following functions: (a) f(x) = cos x x (b) f(x) = 1- exp(x²) (c) f(x) = tan x (d) f(x) = 2 - ln x In case of multiple roots, find only first two roots in each case.
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