Introduction to ArtificiaI Intelligence in Higher Education
2 5 approximating roots
1. Objectives:
1. Use a graphing calculator to approximate
roots of polynomial equations.
2. Vocab
Roots -
x values where a function equals zero
Occur at the x-intercepts
3. To find on TI-nspire:
1. Graph the function
2. Menu -> Trace -> Graph Trace
3. Use L & R arrows to move cursor
(zeros should pop up as you pass them)