Chapter 4. Polynomials

Learning Objectives

  • Writing a polynomial in MATLAB.

  • Perform different operations on polynomials which include:

    • Evaluation at a given value of the variable

    • Finding the roots

    • Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

  • Generate a polynomial from the given roots.

  • Obtain a characteristic polynomial/equation for a given matrix.

  • Compute the derivative and integration of a polynomial.

  • Fit a polynomial curve for a given set of points.

  • Evaluate polynomials with matrix arguments.

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