Approximating exponential and logarithmic functions using polynomial interpolation |
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Authors: | Sheldon P. Gordon |
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Affiliation: | Department of Mathematics, Farmingdale State College, State University of New York, Farmingdale, NY, USA |
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Abstract: | This article takes a closer look at the problem of approximating the exponential and logarithmic functions using polynomials. Either as an alternative to or a precursor to Taylor polynomial approximations at the precalculus level, interpolating polynomials are considered. A measure of error is given and the behaviour of the error function is analysed. The results of interpolating polynomials are compared with those of Taylor polynomials. |
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Keywords: | Taylor polynomial interpolating polynomial Lagrange interpolating formula error in an approximation |
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