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Practical 6

Polynomial Functions

Note: This is a short Practical, but Practical 7 is much longer.

  1. Use coefficient arrays for representing polynomials in MATLAB.
  2. Be able to add and subtract polynomials.
  3. Have a general understanding of the polynomial commands available in MATLAB and be able to apply them.

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