| Abstract: | A new Newton-like iterative formula for the solution of non-linear equations is proposed. To derive the formula, the convergence criteria of the one-parameter iteration formula, and also the quasilinearization in the derivation of Newton's formula are reviewed. The result is a new formula which eliminates the limitations of other methods. There is now no need to first ensure a good initial approximation to the root, complex roots are found without necessarily starting from a complex formulation of the iteration formula, and the convergence is faster. The rate of convergence is discussed, and examples given. |
