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Numerical Methods

In: Introduction to Calculus and Analysis

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  • Richard Courant

    (New York University, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences)

  • Fritz John

    (New York University, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences)

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The task of solving an analytical problem always remains uncompleted. The proof of the existence and of some basic properties of the solution is usually considered satisfactory, but relevant questions always remain to be answered. Thus, when the solution is defined by a limit process, for example by an integral, the problem arises of actually finding approximations to this limit and of estimating the accuracy of these approximations. Not only are such questions of basic importance theoretically but they are also inevitable, if we wish to apply analysis to the description and control of natural phenomena which in principle can be described only in an approximate manner.

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  • Richard Courant & Fritz John, 1989. "Numerical Methods," Springer Books, in: Introduction to Calculus and Analysis, chapter 6, pages 481-509, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-1-4613-8955-2_6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4613-8955-2_6
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