Mathematics A-Level
Error bounds and tolerance
What Error bounds and tolerance means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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To confirm a root to a specific accuracy, check for a sign change in f(x) between the upper and lower bounds of the rounded value, proving the root lies within the required tolerance.
Topics that use Error bounds and tolerance
- OT2: Mathematical problem solving (AQA A-Level)
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