Science:Math Exam Resources/Courses/MATH307/December 2012/Question 01 (a)
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Question 01 (a) |
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In this question we will work with polynomials of degree 3 written (a) The coefficient vector satisfies an equation of the form Aa=0 when the slopes of p(x) at x = 0 and x = 2 are zero. Write down the matrix A. |
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Hint 1 |
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Recall that we can compute the slope at a point using the derivative. |
Hint 2 |
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Notice that once we sub x=0 and x=2 into the derivative we will have linear equations in terms of the unknowns. How can we combine those equations to form a matrix? |
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Solution |
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Please rate my easiness! It's quick and helps everyone guide their studies. Slopes of p(x) = 0 at , implies When When Hence, matrix A is |